Glazing Your Chicken with Jam and Balsamic Longmeadow Farm
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this irresistible recipe for Glazing Your Chicken with Jam and Balsamic Longmeadow Farm. Perfectly seared, juicy chicken breasts are bathed in a glossy glaze of sweet fruit jam, tangy balsamic vinegar, and aromatic garlic, creating a symphony of flavors in every bite. This versatile recipe lets you choose your favorite jam—apricot, peach, or raspberry—for a personal touch, while offering the option to garnish with fresh thyme for added elegance. With just 15 minutes of prep and a one-skillet cooking method, this dish is as simple as it is sophisticated. Pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal that's bursting with bold flavors and charm. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy family meals, this recipe is a surefire showstopper you'll make time and time again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 0.5 cup fruit jam (such as apricot, peach, or raspberry)
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the fruit jam, balsamic vinegar, and minced garlic. Stir until well blended.
Brush the glaze generously over the top of each chicken breast.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optional: Garnish with fresh thyme and serve alongside your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
585 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2398 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.6 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 36 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 204 mg | 4% | |
*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.
