Description
One Pan Balsamic Chicken is a quick, healthy, and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dinner featuring tender chicken breasts, juicy tomatoes, and a tangy balsamic glaze. This easy sheet pan recipe combines rich Mediterranean flavors with minimal prep, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a wholesome meal any day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
- Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried basil.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Reduce heat to medium; add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar, deglaze, and scrape up browned bits.
- Add cherry tomatoes and cook 3-4 minutes until soft and juices are released.
- Transfer skillet to preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 10-12 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and optionally crumbled feta cheese.
Notes
- Use high-quality balsamic vinegar for a richer flavor.
- Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy.
- Chop fresh tomatoes into halves or quarters for even cooking if using fresh.
- Experiment with additional herbs like oregano or thyme for variety.
- For added nutrients, include chopped spinach or kale near the end of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking, Searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with tomatoes and sauce
- Calories: 380 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 470mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 110mg