Herbed Balsamic Chicken with Blue Cheese
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Herbed Balsamic Chicken with Blue Cheese! Juicy, oven-baked chicken breasts are marinated in a fragrant blend of balsamic vinegar, olive oil, fresh rosemary, thyme, and garlic, creating a perfect balance of tangy and earthy flavors. Topped with creamy, crumbled blue cheese during the final minutes of cooking, this dish achieves a rich, melt-in-your-mouth finish that feels indulgent yet approachable. Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal hands-on effort, this recipe is perfect for weeknight meals or casual entertaining. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and paired with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad, this dish is a flavorful and sophisticated addition to your dinner rotation. Keywords: herbed balsamic chicken, blue cheese-topped chicken, oven-baked chicken, easy chicken dinner recipes, weeknight meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 cup Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Blue cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for more flavor.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and transfer them to an oven-safe baking dish. Discard the remaining marinade.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
During the last 5 minutes of baking, sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese evenly over the chicken breasts, allowing it to melt slightly.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately. Pair with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 115.0 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 662 mg | 221% | |
| Sodium | 4525 mg | 197% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.1 g | ||
| Protein | 240.7 g | 481% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 788 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 643 mg | 14% | |
*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.
