Description
This delicious balsamic strawberry chicken recipe is perfect for summer nights and combines the savory flavor of chicken with the sweet taste of strawberries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar (divided)
- ¼ cup olive oil (divided)
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper (divided)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 pound fresh strawberries (halved and divided; crush 1 cup)
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced, for serving)
- 1 bunch fresh basil (for serving)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken for 2-6 hours in a Ziplock with ¼ cup balsamic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 cup crushed strawberries, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon pepper.
- When ready to cook, add the remaining oil to a cast-iron skillet set over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade (discard the marinade) and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden-brown. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Add the onions to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until they begin to soften. Add the remaining strawberries, balsamic vinegar, and remaining salt and pepper; simmer for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries start to break down and the sauce thickens.
- Nestle the chicken and juices in the skillet between the berries. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover, maintaining a simmer, for 10-15 minutes, until internal temp is 165°F. Flip the chicken a few times and stir the sauce during the cook time to prevent sticking. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with fresh mozzarella and basil, and additional fresh strawberries if desired.
Notes
- This recipe is excellent for meal prep as it can be marinated ahead of time.
- Feel free to adjust the amount of strawberries based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg