Balsamic Chicken Breast (Printable Version)
Tender chicken breasts take on tons of flavor from a balsamic, honey, and herb soak, then go right into the oven. A tasty, quick meal you’ll love in less than 40 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ For the Marinade
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Black pepper, as much as you like
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Salt, just a pinch or more if you want
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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3 cloves garlic, smashed or chopped up
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2 tablespoons honey
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1/4 cup olive oil
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1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
→ Main Dish
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4 chicken breasts, boneless and with no skin
→ To Serve (Optional)
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Basil leaves, torn up, for throwing on top
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Let leftovers cool all the way down, then stash them in a sealed container in the fridge. They'll be good for up to 3 days. Pop them in the microwave or oven to warm up again.
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Cut your chicken into chunky pieces. Lay them out on a big plate. Pour those tasty juices from the pan right over the top. Sprinkle some basil if you want, and dig in with whatever sides you love.
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Take the chicken out and let it chill for five to ten minutes so it stays extra juicy.
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Slide the baking dish in and cook for 25 to 30 minutes. You’re looking for the thickest part to hit 165°F (75°C). If you want, spoon the juice over the chicken halfway through.
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Let the chicken warm up a bit on the counter—10 to 15 minutes should do it. Put the pieces in your lined dish and pour whatever marinade’s left over them.
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Cover your baking dish with parchment or foil. Brush on a little olive oil so nothing sticks.
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Crank your oven to 400°F, which is around 200°C.
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Put the chicken into a big zip bag or a shallow bowl. Pour your marinade over everything and make sure all sides get coated. Close it up or slap a cover on and toss in the fridge for at least half an hour, up to four hours if you’ve got time.
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Now, toss in salt and pepper to really make the marinade pop.
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Dump balsamic, olive oil, honey, garlic, oregano, and thyme in a bowl. Grab a whisk and mix until it all comes together and the honey isn’t sitting at the bottom.
# Additional Notes:
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If you let the chicken soak overnight, you'll get even better taste.
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Swap out the herbs for others you like more.