Description
Balsamic Chicken Marinade is your secret weapon for transforming ordinary chicken breasts into a flavor-packed dish that’s sure to impress. This easy-to-make marinade combines the rich tang of balsamic vinegar with honey and garlic, resulting in juicy, tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory glaze. Perfect for grilling or baking, this recipe is versatile enough for weeknight dinners or special occasions, ensuring restaurant-quality results right from your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or glass dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserve marinade) and grill or bake each breast for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through.
- Serve drizzled with reserved marinade (boiled if concerned about safety), garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 96mg