Glazed Balsamic Orange Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner rotation with this vibrant and flavorful Glazed Balsamic Orange Chicken recipe! Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a luscious glaze made from tangy balsamic vinegar, bright orange juice, sweet honey, and savory soy sauce, all complemented by aromatic garlic, fresh rosemary, and a hint of orange zest. The key to this dish is the balance of bold, sweet, and tangy flavors, all brought together with a glossy, thickened glaze that clings beautifully to the chicken. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a simple one-skillet cooking method, this dish is both easy and elegant, perfect for everything from weeknight meals to dinner parties. Serve it alongside fluffy rice, roasted vegetables, or a crisp salad for a complete, unforgettable meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cup orange juice
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, orange juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, orange zest, and chopped rosemary to create the glaze.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and pour the prepared glaze into the skillet. Bring it to a gentle simmer while scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan for added flavor.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated with the glaze. Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning the chicken halfway through, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C).
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the glaze, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the skillet from heat, spoon the thickened glaze over the chicken, and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional orange zest or fresh rosemary if desired and serve warm with your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
436 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.2 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 908 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 55.4 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 37 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 595 mg | 13% | |
*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.
