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Perfect Balsamic Chicken Marinade

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A delicious tangy marinade that elevates your chicken dishes, featuring balsamic vinegar, honey, and savory herbs.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each), pounded to even thickness

Instructions

  1. Whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, Dijon mustard, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. Place chicken in a zip-top bag or a dish, pour the marinade over it, seal the bag, and massage to coat the chicken evenly. Refrigerate for 120 to 360 minutes.
  3. Remove the chicken from the fridge 20 minutes before cooking. Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes.
  4. Take the chicken out of the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Sear the chicken in the hot pan without moving it for 4 to 5 minutes until it is golden brown.
  5. Flip the chicken, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. Baste the chicken with pan juices as it cooks.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve.

Notes

For best flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours or overnight. Use fresh herbs for vibrancy.

  • Author: elfassimaryam243gmail-com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Searing
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg
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