Balsamic Chicken and Pears
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this mouthwatering Balsamic Chicken and Pears recipe, a savory-sweet masterpiece that’s as comforting as it is elegant. Juicy, golden-browned chicken breasts are paired with tender slices of ripe pears, all simmered in a luscious balsamic-honey glaze infused with garlic and thyme. This dish showcases a perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory flavors, while the fresh parsley garnish adds a vibrant finish. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy yet impressive meal that pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad. Perfect for fall or anytime you crave a dish that’s both hearty and sophisticated, this balsamic chicken recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 pieces ripe pears (sliced, skin on)
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon thyme leaves (fresh or dried)
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced pears to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they are slightly softened and golden.
Pour in the balsamic vinegar, chicken broth, and honey. Stir to combine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Sprinkle in the thyme leaves and simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes, allowing it to reduce and thicken slightly.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce. Spoon some sauce and pears over the chicken, then let simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2129 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.2 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.9 g | 119% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 3639 mg | 158% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.7 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.6 g | ||
| Protein | 220.8 g | 442% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1169 mg | 25% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
