Balsamic Chicken Skillet (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Sauce
01 -
2 tablespoons oil (olive or avocado)
02 -
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
03 -
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
→ Tomato Mozzarella Topping
07 -
2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely minced
08 -
8 ounces fresh mozzarella balls
09 -
8 ounces grape tomatoes, sliced in half
→ Chicken
10 -
2 tablespoons avocado oil
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Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
12 -
2 pounds boneless chicken breasts, thinned to an even size
# Instructions:
01 -
Mix together Dijon mustard, honey, balsamic vinegar, garlic, seasoning, and oil. Add salt and pepper to taste.
02 -
Mix together basil, chopped tomatoes, and mozzarella. Sprinkle in a little salt and pepper.
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In a hot skillet with oil, brown the chicken on each side for just a minute or two.
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Pour the balsamic mixture into the pan and scrape up the flavorful bits. Spread the tomato topping over the chicken.
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Bake in your oven for 18 to 23 minutes at 400°F. Let it rest for about 5 minutes before eating.
# Notes:
01 -
Slice bigger mozzarella balls if needed.
02 -
Flattening your chicken helps it cook evenly.