Balsamic Baked Chicken: Juicy Flavor with a Simple Twist
Balsamic Baked Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that features juicy chicken soaked in a flavorful balsamic marinade. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the balsamic mixture over the chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with steamed vegetables or over a bed of rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Balsamic Baked Chicken