Easy Balsamic Chicken
This easy balsamic chicken is tender, juicy, and coated in a lightly sweet, tangy glaze. Made with a simple marinade and baked in the oven, it’s a reliable dinner that comes together with very little effort.
Ingredients
- 3 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
Balsamic Chicken Marinade:
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 80 ml Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 3 Cloves Garlic Minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon Sweet Paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Parsley Chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels, then add them to the marinade, turning to coat evenly. Marinate for at least 30 minutes, turning once for even flavor.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and pour the remaining marinade over the top.
- Bake uncovered for 22–25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is slightly reduced.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Marinating Time: I like giving the chicken a full 30 minutes, so the balsamic flavor really sinks in without overpowering it.
Uniform Thickness: I like to choose chicken breasts that are similar in size so they cook at the same rate and stay juicy throughout.
Finish with Sauce: I always spoon the pan juices over the chicken before serving to keep everything moist and glossy.
Nutrition
Calories: 266kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 914mg | Potassium: 488mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 246IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg