Savory Baked Balsamic Chicken with Herbed Glaze
This Baked Balsamic Chicken is tangy, juicy, and packed with flavor thanks to a rich marinade of balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs. A simple yet elegant weeknight dinner that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or fluffy mashed potatoes.
π Ingredients (Servings: 4)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
π³ Instructions:
1οΈβ£ Prepare the Marinade:
π₯ In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, Dijon mustard, rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper.
2οΈβ£ Marinate the Chicken:
π Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
3οΈβ£ Preheat the Oven:
π₯ Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
4οΈβ£ Bake the Chicken:
π Arrange the chicken breasts in the dish and spoon a bit of the marinade over the top. Bake uncovered for 25β30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165Β°F (74Β°C).
5οΈβ£ Rest and Serve:
π Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Spoon the remaining pan juices over the chicken before serving.
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π‘ Helpful Tip:
Donβt discard the pan juices! They make an excellent drizzle over mashed potatoes or grilled vegetables.