Cherry Balsamic Chicken
Cherry Balsamic Chicken is a flavorful dish combining juicy chicken breasts with a tangy cherry and balsamic glaze, perfect for a delicious and elegant dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cherries, balsamic vinegar, and honey. Stir well and cook for 5-7 minutes until the cherries soften and the sauce slightly thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon the cherry balsamic sauce over the top, and simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
- Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra depth, add a splash of red wine to the sauce while cooking or serve with creamy polenta or roasted vegetables.