One Pan Balsamic Chicken

Ingredients

Sauce

1/3 cup balsamic vinegar

2 Tbsp. honey

2 Tbsp. oil (such as avocado or olive oil)

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp. Italian seasoning

1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard

Tomato Mozzarella

8 oz. grape tomatoes, halved

8 oz. fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine or pearls)

2 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh basil

Chicken

2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness

2 Tbsp. avocado oil or other high-heat oil

Kosher salt and fresh black pepper

Instructions

Prepare the Sauce:

In a bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and Dijon mustard.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Prepare the Tomato Mozzarella:

In a separate bowl, toss together the halved grape tomatoes, fresh mozzarella balls, and chopped basil.

Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Cook the Chicken:

Heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat in a large oven-safe skillet.

Season the chicken breasts all over with kosher salt and fresh black pepper.

When the pan is hot and the oil is shimmering, add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer.

Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side or until lightly golden brown.

Add the prepared balsamic sauce mixture to the skillet. It should quickly come to a simmer.

Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pan.

Bake:

Immediately remove the skillet from the heat and add the tomato mozzarella mixture over the chicken.

Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 18-23 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature should register at 165°F).

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Enjoy your delicious Balsamic Chicken with Tomato Mozzarella!

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 350 kcal | Servings: 4 servings