Description
Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast is a simple yet flavorful dinner recipe. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a mixture of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, garlic, and herbs, then baked to perfection. A quick, healthy, and elegant meal for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the balsamic mixture over the chicken.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
- Optional: garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in the balsamic mixture for 30 minutes to 2 hours before baking.
- Serve with roasted vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-Inspired