Blackberry Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this elegant Blackberry Chicken recipe, a perfect harmony of sweet and savory flavors. Juicy, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a luscious sauce made from fresh blackberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and aromatic thyme, creating a dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. The sauce is thickened to a silky perfection, coating the chicken with an irresistible glaze. With just 15 minutes of prep and a straightforward cooking process, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, yet impressive enough for entertaining guests. Serve it with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes to complement the rich, fruity flavors. Whether you're craving something new or hosting a special gathering, this recipe is sure to be a standout.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups blackberries
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 1 small (finely chopped) shallot
- 2 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the chopped shallot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the balsamic vinegar and stir to deglaze the pan, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Add the blackberries, honey, and chicken stock to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the blackberry sauce. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken breasts once cooked and set them aside to rest while preparing the sauce.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the blackberry sauce and cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt or honey if needed. Stir in the fresh thyme leaves.
Plate the chicken breasts and spoon the blackberry sauce generously over them. Serve immediately with your choice of sides like roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
448 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.2 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.9 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 153 mg | 51% | |
| Sodium | 649 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 58.5 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 51 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*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.
