Description
This Ultimate One Pan Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Tomatoes is a quick and flavorful dish that can be prepared in about 30 minutes. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A handful of fresh basil leaves, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin cutlets for quicker cooking. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and half of the Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken cutlets in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium and add the remaining olive oil. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the balsamic vinegar and stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Add the halved tomatoes and the remaining Italian seasoning. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, until the balsamic reduces and thickens slightly.
- Return the chicken to the pan, turning to coat in the balsamic glaze. Let it warm through—about 2 minutes.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Keep an eye on the balsamic reduction to avoid burning. If the glaze gets too thick, add a splash of water to loosen it up.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with glaze
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Protein: 28
Keywords: Balsamic Chicken, One-Pan Chicken, Quick Dinner, Italian Chicken, Healthy Chicken Recipe