Description
One-pan balsamic chicken delivers a harmonious blend of tangy and savory flavors perfect for weeknight dinners. Mediterranean-inspired ingredients create a simple yet elegant meal that satisfies home cooks and hungry families alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ¼ cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup (100 g) green beans, trimmed
- 1 red onion, sliced into wedges
- 1 zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Marinade Preparation: Whisk balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a bowl until thoroughly combined.
- Chicken Marination: Immerse chicken breasts completely in the mixture, ensuring full coverage, and chill for 15-60 minutes to intensify flavor profiles.
- Oven Preheating: Heat oven to 400F (200C), positioning rack in the center for optimal roasting conditions.
- Vegetable Arrangement: Toss cherry tomatoes, green beans, red onion, and zucchini with a light olive oil coating, seasoning generously with salt and pepper, then spread evenly across a rimmed baking sheet.
- Chicken Placement: Arrange marinated chicken breasts atop the vegetable medley, discarding excess marinade, ensuring even spacing for consistent cooking.
- Roasting Process: Bake for 20-25 minutes, tracking internal chicken temperature until it reaches 165F (74C) and vegetables become tender and slightly caramelized.
- Final Finishing: Optional broiling for 2-3 minutes creates a glossy, golden-brown chicken exterior; let chicken rest briefly to redistribute internal juices before serving with roasted vegetables and pan drippings.
Notes
- Marinate Mindfully: Ensure chicken is completely submerged in marinade for even flavor distribution, avoiding dry spots that compromise taste.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to confirm chicken reaches exact 165F internal temperature, preventing undercooking or overcooking.
- Vegetable Spacing Strategy: Spread vegetables in single layer without overcrowding to achieve proper caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Broiling Boost: Watch carefully during final 2-3 minute broiling stage to develop rich caramelization without burning chicken surface.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg