Honey Balsamic Chicken
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
3 people
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Calories
435 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Honey Balsamic Chicken
Description
Honey Balsamic Chicken brings together seasoned chicken thighs cooked skin-side down to develop a crispy and golden crust. The pan is then used to prepare a sauce of garlic, honey, balsamic vinegar, and water, simmered to a slight thickness which infuses the chicken with a balanced sweetness and tang. The butter enriches the sauce, giving it a smooth mouthfeel. This dish is cooked entirely in one skillet, making clean-up simple and preserving all the flavorful bits from frying the chicken.
The result is a tender chicken with a glossy, flavorful coating that pairs well with steamed vegetables or rice to absorb the sauce. The parsley garnish adds a subtle fresh note and visual appeal.
Since the cooking method involves pan-frying followed by a brief simmer, timing is key to ensure the chicken cooks through without drying out. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between the crispy chicken skin and the rich honey-balsamic sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs (750g) chicken thighs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 dashes black pepper ground
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons water
- parsley for garnishing, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and ground black pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and slowly pan-fry the chicken, skin side down first, until both sides are nicely browned and crispy. Remove the chicken and discard the fat.
- Add the olive oil and butter to the skillet and sauté the garlic until slightly browned, followed by the honey, balsamic vinegar, and water. Return the chicken to the skillet, lower the heat to a simmer, and reduce the sauce until slightly thickened and the chicken is fully cooked, about 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 435 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3people | |
| Calories | 435kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 37g | 74% |
| Fat | 46g | 71% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 232mg | 77% |
| Sodium | 599mg | 25% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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