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One Pan Balsamic Chicken

One Pan Balsamic Chicken
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One-pan balsamic chicken is such a flavorful weeknight dinner. Made with simple ingredients and easy steps for a no-fuss, Italian-inspired dish.

Ingredients

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For the Sauce:

  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons oil (avocado or olive oil)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Tomato Mozzarella Topping:

  • 8 oz grape tomatoes, halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine or pearls)
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

For the Chicken:

  • 2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or other high-heat oil)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then set aside.

  • In a separate bowl, mix the grape tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then set aside.

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).

  • Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken all over with salt and pepper.

  • Once the oil is hot and shimmering, add the chicken in a single layer. Sear for 1–2 minutes on each side, until lightly golden.

  • Pour the balsamic sauce into the skillet. It should begin to simmer quickly. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.

  • Immediately remove the pan from heat and add the tomato mozzarella mixture over the chicken.

  • Bake the chicken uncovered for 18–23 minutes, or until fully cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

 

  • Remove from the oven and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Mozzarella: If using ciliegine mozzarella (“cherry-size”), cut them in half. If using pearls (smaller), no need to cut.

Chicken Prep: Pound chicken to an even thickness between plastic wrap or inside a Ziploc bag using a mallet or rolling pin. This helps ensure even cooking and a tender texture.

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