Description
Whipping up this one pan balsamic chicken delivers a speedy weeknight solution that saves you precious time and dirty dishes. Tender chicken simmers in a tangy sauce, turning your kitchen into a quick flavor destination for hungry families craving something simple and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
Supporting Herbs and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Fresh Produce:
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup spinach
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 400°F, ensuring the rack sits in the center position.
- Whisk together ¼ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Transfer 4 chicken breasts to a large baking dish, positioning them with even spacing.
- Pour the prepared marinade directly over each chicken breast, making sure every surface gets thoroughly coated.
- Scatter 1 cup cherry tomatoes around the chicken pieces, distributing them evenly across the dish.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and roast for exactly 25-30 minutes, tracking the internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F.
- During the final 5 minutes of cooking, gently nestle 1 cup fresh spinach leaves around the chicken and tomatoes.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 3-4 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before serving.
Notes
- Check chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F to ensure safe cooking.
- Let chicken rest for 5 minutes after baking to keep meat juicy and tender.
- Swap chicken breasts for thighs if preferring a more flavorful, slightly fattier cut.
- For a low-carb version, replace tomatoes with bell peppers or zucchini chunks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg