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Sweet Balsamic Glazed Chicken
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350F.
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In a 9x13 glass baking dish, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
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Place the chicken breasts on top of the mixture and turn to coat.
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Bake, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes, depending on the size of the chicken breasts, until cooked through. Baste the chicken with the sauce half way through cooking.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Reduce Your Balsamic First 🍯Simmer balsamic vinegar in a separate pan for 2-3 minutes before adding other glaze ingredients to concentrate its sweetness and eliminate harsh acidity for a smoother, more refined sauce.
- Pound for Even Cooking 🔨Gently pound chicken breasts to uniform ½-inch thickness so they cook evenly throughout, preventing dry edges while the center finishes cooking.
- Don't Skip the Sear 🔥Sear chicken skin-side down in a hot pan for 3-4 minutes before adding the glaze to develop a golden crust that locks in moisture and adds depth of flavor.
- Mince Your Garlic Fresh ✨Use freshly minced garlic rather than pre-minced to maximize aromatic compounds; add it in the last 30 seconds of glaze-making to prevent bitterness from overcooking.
- Glaze at the End 🎯Add your honey-balsamic-soy mixture only in the final 2-3 minutes of cooking so the sugars caramelize without burning, creating a glossy, clingy coating that coats the meat beautifully.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low Carb
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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