Juicy Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast – Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe
A tangy and savory chicken dish with a sweet-balsamic glaze, ready in under 40 minutes. The marinade of balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic keeps the chicken moist and infuses bold flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or last-minute guests.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp salt (or more to taste)
Instructions
If breasts are thick, pound with a meat mallet to 1/2-inch thickness
In a bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, oregano, black pepper, and salt
Place chicken in a baking dish, pour marinade over it, and let sit for 10 minutes (or up to 30 minutes refrigerated)
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake for 25 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C)
Let chicken rest for 5 minutes, then garnish with fresh parsley before serving
Notes
Use tamari instead of soy sauce for gluten-free option
Add sliced onions, zucchini, or bell peppers to the baking dish for a one-pan meal
Opt for aged balsamic vinegar for a richer flavor
Avoid overcooking—remove chicken immediately when thermometer reads 165°F
Serve with jasmine rice, a side salad, or whole-grain bread
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg