One-Pan Juicy Chicken with Balsamic Sauce
A quick and flavorful one-pan chicken dish featuring succulent chicken breasts, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a rich balsamic sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
Cooking
- Begin by heating olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then place them into the hot skillet.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and set them aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the balsamic vinegar and bring it to a simmer. Let it cook for about 2-3 minutes.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and add the halved cherry tomatoes. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, allowing the tomatoes to soften.
- Top each chicken breast with slices of mozzarella cheese, then cover the skillet to help the cheese melt.
- Once the cheese is beautifully melted, sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
To showcase this dish, serve it atop a bed of quinoa or couscous. Pair with a simple green salad or crusty bread for soaking up the delicious balsamic sauce. For best results, avoid overcrowding the pan when cooking the chicken and let it rest after cooking to retain juices. You can also substitute chicken with turkey breast or salmon, and replace cherry tomatoes with roasted red peppers.