Juicy Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast – Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipe
A tender, flavorful chicken breast dish with a tangy-sweet balsamic and soy sauce glaze. Ready in 35 minutes, it’s perfect for quick, high-protein dinners. Pounded chicken ensures juiciness, while minimal ingredients keep cleanup simple. Serve with greens or grains for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Quick Recipes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Normal
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 to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)
Gently pound thick chicken breasts to 1/2-inch thickness
In a bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, oregano, black pepper, and salt
Pour marinade over chicken in a baking dish and coat evenly
Let marinate for 5–10 minutes
Place dish on middle rack and bake for 25 minutes
Spoon extra marinade over chicken during last 5 minutes of baking (optional)
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Pounding the chicken prevents uneven cooking
Add fresh thyme or rosemary for extra flavor
Glaze can be reduced for a thicker finish
Use a meat thermometer to ensure 165°F internal temperature
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (6 oz)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 100mg