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Balsamic Chicken

A flavorful and tangy chicken dish marinated in balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Marinade
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken
  1. In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Add chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
  2. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  3. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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