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Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Recipe
This strawberry balsamic chicken is the perfect light and flavorful summertime meal. Fresh strawberries and tangy balsamic is so good!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Marinade Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 40 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 545 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Dinner
Cuisine:
Italian , American
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar divided
- ¼ cup olive oil divided
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt divided
- ¾ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper divided
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- 1 pound fresh strawberries halved and divided (crush 1 cup)
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese sliced, for serving
- 1 bunch fresh basil for serving
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken for 2-6 hours in a Ziplock with ¼ cup balsamic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup crushed strawberries, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
- When ready to cook, add the remaining oil to a cast-iron skillet set over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade (discard the marinade) and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden-brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Add the onions to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until they begin to soften. Add the remaining strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and remaining salt and pepper; simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries start to break down and the sauce thickens.
- Nestle the chicken and juices in the skillet between the berries. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover, maintaining a simmer, for 10-15 minutes, until internal temp is 165°F. Flip the chicken a few times and stir the sauce during the cook time to prevent sticking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with fresh mozzarella and basil, and additional fresh strawberries if desired.
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Notes
- Storage: Store strawberry balsamic chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer (without the cheese) for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
545kcal
(27%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
58g
(116%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
14g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
173mg
(58%)
Sodium
1624mg
(68%)
Potassium
1135mg
(32%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
384IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
71mg
(79%)
Calcium
191mg
(19%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 545
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 545kcal | 27% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 58g | 116% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 173mg | 58% |
| Sodium | 1624mg | 68% |
| Potassium | 1135mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 384IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 71mg | 79% |
| Calcium | 191mg | 19% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.