This juicy one-pan balsamic chicken, topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil, is an effortless dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite! If you’re craving more one-pan meals, don’t miss our delicious basil chicken.
INGREDIENTS
Sauce:
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp oil (e.g., 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 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or other high-heat oil)
- Kosher salt and fresh black pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
- Whisk together sauce ingredients in a bowl, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Toss tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil in a separate bowl, season with salt and pepper, and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Heat oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. When the oil is shimmering, add chicken in a single layer. Cook for 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly golden.
- Add balsamic sauce to the skillet. Let it simmer, scraping up any brown bits from the pan.
- Remove the skillet from heat and top with the tomato mozzarella mixture.
- Bake uncovered for 18-23 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
NOTES
- If using ciliegine mozzarella, cut them in half. Pearls do not need to be halved.
- To pound the chicken, place it between two plastic wrap sheets or in a Ziploc bag and pound to even thickness with a mallet or rolling pin for tender, evenly cooked chicken.
Original Recipe
The original version of this recipe (published on 9/28/17) used a combination of soy sauce, tomato sauce, and lemon juice to mimic balsamic vinegar. However, the recipe was confusing, so it has been updated to include actual balsamic vinegar for clarity.
Nutrition (per serving, 6 oz chicken with sauce):
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9.4 g
- Sodium: 530.2 mg
- Fat: 17.2 g
- Carbs: 11.6 g
- Protein: 40.3 g
- Cholesterol: 93.5 mg
