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Flavorful Strawberry Balsamic Chicken Recipe Easy Homemade with Fresh Herbs

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A quick and easy chicken recipe featuring juicy chicken breasts cooked with a sweet-tart strawberry balsamic sauce and fresh herbs, perfect for family dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • A handful fresh basil, roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat a large non-stick skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Heat until hot but not smoking.
  3. Add chicken breasts in a single layer and cook for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving them to form a golden-brown crust. Flip and cook for another 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Remove chicken from pan and tent loosely with foil to keep warm.
  5. Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add sliced strawberries and balsamic vinegar to the pan, stirring gently and scraping up browned bits.
  7. Stir in honey, chopped rosemary, and thyme leaves. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until strawberries break down and sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Turn off heat and stir in butter and chopped basil.
  9. Return chicken to the pan, spoon sauce over the top, and let sit for a minute to soak up flavors. Serve immediately.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before seasoning to achieve a crisp crust. Keep heat medium-high for searing and reduce to medium for sauce to avoid burning balsamic vinegar. If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to loosen. Fresh herbs added at the end keep the dish bright and aromatic. Can substitute chicken thighs or tofu for variations.

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