Description
This One Pan Balsamic Chicken recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal featuring tender boneless, skinless chicken thighs cooked with vibrant vegetables in a tangy balsamic and honey glaze. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it offers a balanced mix of savory, sweet, and fresh flavors all cooked in a single skillet for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1.5 pounds total)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Vegetables
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (about 1 pint)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
Sauce
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Garnish
- 1 bunch fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, preparing the pan for searing the chicken.
- Season the chicken: Season both sides of the chicken thighs evenly with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Add the chicken thighs to the hot skillet and cook about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown, forming a flavorful crust.
- Remove chicken: Transfer the seared chicken to a plate temporarily, freeing the skillet for vegetables.
- Sauté vegetables: Add cherry tomatoes, sliced bell pepper, and green beans to the skillet; cook them for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Prepare sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and minced garlic to create the tangy-sweet glaze.
- Combine chicken and sauce: Return chicken to the skillet and pour the balsamic mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and allow everything to simmer for 15-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature) and vegetables are tender.
- Rest the dish: Remove skillet from heat and let the chicken and vegetables rest for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve and garnish: Plate the chicken and vegetables, drizzle with pan sauce, and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in balsamic vinegar and honey mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Use fresh vegetables for best texture and color.
- Can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with vegetables
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
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