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Balsamic Chicken and Strawberries

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Sweet and sticky strawberry-balsamic glazed chicken that makes the most of summer berries.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (thin-sliced)
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp chopped shallot
  • 1/2 Tbsp chopped garlic
  • 1 tsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • Glaze
  • 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 Tbsp minced shallots
  • 1/2 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 cups sliced strawberries
  • 1 tsp cornstarch

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C). In a small bowl, whisk together the shallot, garlic, brown sugar, and 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and pour marinade over them. Turn to coat; marinate up to 2 hours if time allows.
  3. Bake chicken for 25 minutes, or until juices run clear.
  4. While chicken bakes, combine 3/4 cup balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon, minced shallot, and minced garlic in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes.
  5. Whisk cornstarch with a splash of water, stir into sauce, and cook 2 minutes until thickened.
  6. Fold in sliced strawberries and simmer 3 minutes more, just until they begin to soften.
  7. Spoon warm strawberry-balsamic glaze over baked chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a brighter sauce, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end.
  • Grilled chicken breasts can be substituted for baked; glaze as directed.
  • If strawberries are very sweet, reduce honey to 2 tablespoons.
  • Pairs well with a simple spinach or kale salad.

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Keywords: strawberry balsamic chicken, summer dinner, gluten free, chicken and strawberries

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