Chicken Breasts with Blueberries
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with these succulent Chicken Breasts with Blueberries, a dish that beautifully combines savory and sweet flavors for a restaurant-quality meal at home. Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to golden perfection, then paired with a luscious blueberry sauce infused with honey, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of fresh thyme. This recipe brings together fresh, wholesome ingredients to create a dish that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, this meal is ideal for busy nights yet elegant enough for special occasions. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying experience. Packed with flavor, this dish is a must-try for fans of creative chicken recipes and seasonal ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts to the pan and sear until golden brown, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, add the fresh blueberries and cook for 2 minutes until they begin to break down slightly.
Stir in the chicken broth, honey, balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme leaves. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and spoon the blueberry mixture over the top. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir this into the sauce to thicken slightly, cooking for another 1-2 minutes.
Remove the pan from the heat. Serve the chicken breasts topped with the blueberry sauce, alongside your favorite sides such as rice, roasted vegetables, or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1762 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.6 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 623 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 3441 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.3 g | ||
| Protein | 220.7 g | 441% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2192 mg | 47% | |
*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.
