Do you see that glaze?! Two words… Balsamic Vinaigrette for the most amazing and delicious Balsamic Glazed Chicken Breasts!
I have been on a little stint the last couple of weeks trying to come up with more creative ways to cook and serve chicken. Chicken is the go-to protein in my house, and honestly, it was starting to become a little mundane.
To cure myself from the mundane chicken blues; I have been experimenting with sauces and glazes and came up with the idea to make Balsamic Glazed Chicken Breasts. The idea was inspired by my winnings from the #ByeByeBland Contest hosted by Ken’s Dressings’ a few months ago. I received a really gorgeous salad set and ton’s of Ken’s products, including their Balsamic Vinaigrette which I used for this recipe.
The glaze is my favorite part of this dish because it really elevates basic chicken breasts and makes them more sophisticated. It’s sweet, yet tangy and full of flavor!
Honestly, this recipe couldn’t be any simpler to make. I literally threw all of the ingredients in a large bowl, covered it, and let it marinade in the fridge overnight. Cooking it was also a breeze because I baked the chicken in the oven, and the glaze naturally formed in the pan. I cannot wait to make these chicken breasts again! Dinner at my house has not been the same since I last made these! Check out the recipe below. 🙂
Balsamic Glazed Chicken Breasts
Balsamic Vinaigrette with brown sugar and garlic give these oven cooked Balsamic Glazed Chicken Breasts an aromatic punch of flavor!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette
- 1 tsp finely chopped ginger
- 1 tsp finely chopped garlic
- 1/2 medium sized yellow onion, chopped
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground red pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place clean chicken breasts in a large bowl or Ziploc bag along with the balsamic vinegar, ginger, garlic, onion, brown sugar, ground red pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Combine all ingredients, cover, and let marinate in the refrigerator overnight.
- Pour the entire contents (chicken + marinade) onto a large baking sheet lined with foil and bake in a 375-degree oven for 20 minutes.
- Glaze the chicken breasts with the remaining sauce in the pan and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 290Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 456mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 0gSugar: 6gProtein: 38g
Jenna
August 18, 2015This dish looks absolutely amazing and pretty simple too! Great for beginners like me 😉
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Jenna
August 18, 2015This dish looks so good! I will definitely have to try it! Seems simple enough for a beginner like me! 😉
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Ashley Tippins
August 19, 2015This looks delicious and super easy. Will be making tonight, I think! 🙂
evseats
August 20, 2015Thanks so much Ashley! How did it turn out? I love how simple this recipe is!
Corinna Ianelli
January 31, 2023Hi can I make this w thin sliced chicken cutlets
Evi Aki
February 3, 2023Hi! Yes, you can! The cooking time will be less since it’s thinly sliced.
Lindsey Gillian
August 19, 2015OMG This looks absolutely amazing. Suddenly I am starving lol!
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evseats
August 20, 2015Lol! Thanks for reading Lindsey! Xx
Kerry
August 19, 2015These look amazing! I love balsamic everything. Definitely going to try this recipe!
Chrissa - Physical Kitchness
August 19, 2015YUM!!! This is literally jumping off my screen. Great recipe! On my weekend list of “must make”
evseats
August 20, 2015Thanks Chrissa :)Let me know how it turns out when you make them this weekend!
yannivlovely
August 20, 2015Yum. Yum. and Yum! I need to try this one for sure! There is always the battle of the boring chicken meal lol! Thanks for sharing 🙂
evseats
August 24, 2015Lol! Thanks for reading Iyanna! 🙂
GirlUnspotted
August 20, 2015This sounds so simple to make but it looks and sounds so deliciously! I have all the ingredients I have in my kitchen so I guess I know what I’m having for lunch!
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evseats
August 20, 2015How did it turn out? I love how simple this recipe is! Thanks for reading. Xx
Kayla Miller
August 21, 2015OH. ma goodness. These pictures are killer. I love simple chicken recipes! Definitely pinning!
evseats
August 24, 2015Thanks so much Kayla! 🙂
Jennifer
August 22, 2015The chicken looks delicious! I like cooking with balsamic vinegar – I’ll give it a try!
evseats
August 24, 2015Thanks Jennifer! I love cooking with balsamic vinegar as well. Let me know how it turns out when you make it! 🙂
Felesha
August 22, 2015Looks deliciously yummy…and simple to make!
evseats
August 24, 2015Yes, super easy to make Felesha! Thanks for reading!! (:
simplefood365
August 22, 2015These sound so good. I love the combination of spices and flavors in this.
evseats
August 24, 2015Thanks so much! 🙂
Gloria
August 22, 2015I love balsamic vinegar….use it is so many things. This sounds great. Nice pictures too!!
evseats
August 24, 2015It’s one of my favorite ingredients to cook with it because you can use it in so many different ways! Thanks for reading Gloria! 🙂
Molly ~ EasycookingwithMolly
August 22, 2015So good and Droolicious 🙂
evseats
August 24, 2015🙂 Thanks Molly!
Chrissie
August 23, 2015Looks delicious!! Definitely adding this to my list of recipes to try!!
evseats
August 24, 2015Thanks Chrissie! I hope you like it!
Paige
August 23, 2015This looks so tasty and delicious!!!! I would love to try this soon!! Yummy!!
evseats
August 24, 2015Thanks Paige! Let me know how it turns out if you make it!
Kelly // The Pretty Bee
August 24, 2015This is my kind of chicken dish! Lots of flavor – that sauce looks finger licking good!
evseats
August 24, 2015Thanks for reading Kelly!
Erin @ Platings and Pairings
August 24, 2015I’m ALWAYS looking for new ways to fix chicken – This looks so yummy!
evseats
August 25, 2015Thanks Erin! Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for for reading!
WhitBit's Indian Kitchen
August 25, 2015I love balsamic ANYTHING!
evseats
August 30, 2015It’s the best! Thanks for reading! (:
Amanda@chewtown.com
August 26, 2015I bet there were packed full of flavour too. They look fragrant, moist and delicious
evseats
August 30, 2015Thanks for reading Amanda! (:
ann
October 26, 2015yummzers!!!!! I’m sooooooo making this tomorrow 🙂
evseats
October 28, 2015Thanks Ann! Come back and let me know how it turned out for you! (:
Lacey
January 27, 2017Making it now, update to follow.
evseats
January 27, 2017Thanks Lacey! Can’t wait to hear what you think!
Jessica Formicola
October 14, 2022Oh my goodness does was this chicken delicious! Always looking for ways to upgrade my chicken recipes!
Karen
October 14, 2022Wow I had no idea how easy it was to make Balsamic Glazed Chicken at home! I made exactly as instructed and it turned out perfect. So glad I came across this recipe – it was super tasty and I can’t wait to make it again. Enjoying leftovers today over a bed of lettuce for a healthy salad! Great recipe.
Debra
October 17, 2022Easy and tasty…the perfect recipe for busy moms.
Cory
January 25, 2024How important is it ti marinade over night? Would a few hours be ok? Not likely the same flavour but I assume still good?