Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken breasts and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, and minced garlic.
- Pour the balsamic mixture over the chicken in the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness or acidity by varying honey and balsamic vinegar quantities.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Sauté and simmer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, High-Protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg