Strawberry Chicken
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Strawberry Chicken recipe, where tender, golden-brown chicken breasts meet a sweet and tangy strawberry-balsamic sauce. Bursting with fresh, juicy strawberries, a hint of honey, and the aromatic touch of garlic and basil, this dish balances savory and sweet flavors beautifully. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's perfect for an elegant weeknight meal or a special occasion. Serve it over fluffy rice, hearty quinoa, or pair it with steamed vegetables for a vibrant, wholesome dinner. Packed with flavor and simple to prepare, this strawberry chicken recipe will leave your taste buds delighted and your guests asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Remove from heat and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the balsamic vinegar and honey to the skillet, stirring to combine.
Reduce the heat to low and add the fresh strawberries to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries soften and release their juices. Use the back of a spoon to gently mash some of the strawberries for a textured sauce.
Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the strawberry sauce over the chicken to coat. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves.
Serve warm over rice, quinoa, or alongside steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2890 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 218.7 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 8.8 mg | 49% | |
| Potassium | 2354 mg | 50% | |
*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.
