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One Pan Balsamic Chicken

One Pan Balsamic Chicken

Juicy one-pan balsamic chicken topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil. Easy dinner that comes together quickly and will become a family favorite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian-American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 0.33 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons oil avocado or olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 8 oz grape tomatoes halved
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella balls ciliegine or pearls
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil finely chopped
  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil or high-heat oil
  • Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
  • 0.33 cup flour
  • 4 tablespoons Parmesan cheese shredded

Equipment

  • Large oven-safe skillet
  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Two mixing bowls
  • Measuring cup with spout
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. In a separate bowl, toss together halved tomatoes, mozzarella balls, and chopped basil. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F.
  4. Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 2 to 3 thinner slices. Cover with plastic wrap and pound to 1/2 inch thick. Pat completely dry with paper towels.
  5. Season each side of chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  6. Combine flour and Parmesan cheese on a plate. Dredge chicken pieces in the mixture and tap off excess.
  7. Heat olive oil in large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in batches for 4 to 5 minutes per side until a golden crust develops. Set seared chicken aside.
  8. Add balsamic sauce mixture to the hot skillet. It should quickly come to a simmer. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up brown bits from the bottom of the pan.
  9. Immediately remove pan from heat. Return chicken to the skillet and top with the tomato-mozzarella mixture.
  10. Bake uncovered for 18 to 23 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from oven and rest 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Can use boneless chicken thighs (check doneness after 7 to 10 minutes). If using ciliegine mozzarella, cut in half; pearls don't need cutting. Don't skip the searing step for best flavor. Mushrooms make a great addition if sautéed separately and added at the end.
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