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Easy Balsamic Chicken | Lauren Kelly Nutrition, ready in 20 minutes!
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5 from 15 votes

Easy Balsamic Chicken

Simple to make with just a few healthy ingredients!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: chicken, dinner, Main Course, main dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 148kcal
Author: Lauren Kelly

Ingredients

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts,rinsed and sliced in half
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves chopped
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar or brown sugar substitute
  • ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, chicken broth, rosemary, basil, and oregano.
  • Place chicken breasts in a large sealable bag. Pour the mixture into the bag and shake well.
  • Place the bag in the refrigerator for at least 30-60 minutes or even overnight.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 2–3 minutes, until tender. Add chicken and brown about 5 minutes per side.
  • Pour the remaining balsamic mixture over the chicken. Turn heat to high and let the liquid come to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink inside.

Notes

To store in the refrigerator: Place in airtight container for up to 5 days.
To store in the freezer: Place in airtight container for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 332mg | Potassium: 477mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 37IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg