Balsamic Chicken
This balsamic chicken recipe delivers juicy pan-seared chicken breasts glazed in a rich tangy balsamic reduction that makes for a perfect healthy dinner any night of the week. Whether you are looking for easy 30 minute meals or searching how to make balsamic glazed chicken from scratch with simple pantry ingredients this recipe is the answer.
Tender pan-seared chicken breasts coated in a sweet and tangy homemade balsamic glaze ready in under 30 minutes.
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Season the Chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a good sear. Season both sides evenly with salt black pepper and dried Italian seasoning pressing the spices gently into the surface of the meat for maximum flavor adherence.
Sear the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and sear without moving them for 5 to 6 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate tented with foil.
Make the Balsamic Glaze
Reduce heat to medium and in the same skillet add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in balsamic vinegar and honey and stir to combine scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Allow the glaze to simmer and reduce for 4 to 5 minutes until it thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
Glaze the Chicken
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet and spoon the balsamic glaze generously over each piece. Cook together for 2 more minutes turning the chicken once to coat all sides evenly and allow the glaze to cling and caramelize slightly onto the surface of the chicken.
Rest and Serve
Transfer the glazed chicken to a serving platter and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing to retain all the juices. Drizzle any remaining glaze from the pan over the top and serve alongside roasted vegetables mashed potatoes or a fresh green salad.
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