Low Carb Balsamic Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Low Carb Balsamic Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Tender, golden-seared chicken breasts are simmered in a rich, tangy balsamic glaze infused with minced garlic and a hint of optional honey for balance. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-skillet meal offers bold flavors while keeping it low carb, making it ideal for health-conscious eaters and keto enthusiasts alike. Garnished with fresh parsley and served with your favorite steamed vegetables or a crisp salad, this dish is both elegant and nourishing—perfect for family meals or entertaining.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for balance)
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel. Season them on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Pour in the balsamic vinegar and chicken broth, stirring to lift any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. If desired, add the honey to balance the acidity of the balsamic vinegar.
Allow the sauce to simmer for about 2-3 minutes until it starts to reduce slightly.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cover and let the chicken simmer on low heat for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken once cooked through and let it rest for a few minutes. Simmer the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes if needed to thicken it further.
Serve the chicken with the thickened balsamic glaze drizzled over the top, and garnish with fresh parsley. Pair with steamed vegetables or a simple salad for a complete low-carb meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.9 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 572 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3164 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 216.5 g | 433% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 128 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 304 mg | 6% | |
*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.
