A quick and flavorful one-pan dish featuring golden chicken simmered in a tangy balsamic glaze with garlic and cherry tomatoes. Simple to make, but full of rich, savory flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
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2 tbsp olive oil
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
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1½ tbsp honey or brown sugar
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1 cup cherry tomatoes
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh basil or thyme, chopped (optional)
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp oil over medium-high. Sear chicken for 4–6 minutes per side. Set aside.
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In the same pan, add remaining oil if needed. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add vinegar and honey, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
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Return chicken to the skillet and add tomatoes. Simmer 5–8 minutes until chicken is cooked through and tomatoes burst.
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Sprinkle with herbs and spoon glaze over top. Serve hot.