Grilled Chicken Breasts with Onion Glaze
Elevate your backyard barbecue with these tender, flavorful Grilled Chicken Breasts with Onion Glaze—your new go-to for a crowd-pleasing main dish! This recipe combines juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts grilled to smoky perfection with a rich, caramelized onion glaze that’s sweetened with honey and brown sugar, then balanced with a splash of tangy balsamic vinegar. A quick prep time makes this dish weeknight-friendly, while the gourmet glaze adds a touch of elegance for dinner parties or special occasions. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color, this recipe pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad. Try it today for a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 medium yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.25 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375–400°F).
Rub the chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
Season the chicken on both sides with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions into rings. Set aside.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the sliced onions and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and beginning to caramelize.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the onions and stir well. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the sugar melts and combines with the onions.
Stir in the balsamic vinegar, honey, and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze it. Allow the mixture to simmer for 4–5 minutes until it thickens into a glaze. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 6–7 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 6–7 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Transfer the grilled chicken breasts to a serving platter and let them rest for 5 minutes.
Spoon the hot onion glaze over the grilled chicken breasts.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.4 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.1 g | 120% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 638 mg | 213% | |
| Sodium | 3178 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.9 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 218.3 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 161 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 572 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.
