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Grilled balsamic chicken breasts with caramelized glaze
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Balsamic Chicken Marinade

This balsamic chicken marinade transforms basic pantry staples into a tangy, savory, and slightly sweet glaze that makes chicken juicy, flavorful, and perfect for grilling, baking, or searing. It’s fast, reliable, and deeply delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)

Equipment

  • mixing bowl or jar
  • whisk
  • resealable bag or dish
  • meat thermometer
  • grill, oven, or skillet

Method
 

  1. In a bowl or jar, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and seasoning until fully blended.
  2. Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour marinade over the chicken and coat thoroughly.
  3. Seal and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. Avoid marinating longer than 24 hours.
  4. Cook using preferred method: grill, bake, sear, or air fry until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Calories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 24gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 400mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 70IUCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.9mg

Notes

Use aged balsamic vinegar for a deeper, smoother finish. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes to 4 hours max (or overnight for thighs). Great with grilled veggies, quinoa, or on a salad. Freeze chicken directly in the marinade for make-ahead ease.
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