Description
This Balsamic Chicken and Tomatoes recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender chicken breasts are seasoned, seared, and then simmered with cherry tomatoes in a balsamic glaze until perfectly cooked. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh basil and Parmesan cheese for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Tomatoes:
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Cook the Tomatoes: In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and cook for 3 minutes until they begin to soften. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Make the Glaze: Add balsamic vinegar and honey, stirring to create a glaze.
- Finish the Dish: Return chicken to the skillet and spoon the sauce and tomatoes over the top. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to heat through. Sprinkle with fresh basil and Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables.
- For a lighter version, reduce or omit the honey.
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
