Best One-Pan Balsamic Chicken
🍯🍗 Best One-Pan Balsamic Chicken
A flavorful and healthy one-skillet meal featuring golden-seared chicken breasts, a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze, and a medley of fresh vegetables — perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or casual entertaining.
🕒 Total Time: 35 minutes
Prep Time: 10 min • Cook Time: 25 min • Yield: 4 servings
🧂 Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup green beans or asparagus, trimmed
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish (optional)
🔥 Instructions
1. Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Make the Glaze
- In a bowl, whisk together:
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
3. Sear the Chicken
- In an oven-safe skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and set aside.
4. Add the Veggies
- In the same skillet, add cherry tomatoes and green beans.
- Cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally to coat them in the residual oil and fond.
5. Return Chicken & Add Glaze
- Return chicken to the skillet, nestling it among the vegetables.
- Pour the balsamic glaze evenly over everything.
6. Bake
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
7. Garnish & Serve
- Let rest for 5 minutes.
- Top with fresh basil, if desired.
- Serve with rice, quinoa, or crusty bread.
💡 Tips & Variations
- Juicier Option: Swap in boneless chicken thighs.
- More Veggies: Add sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, or onions.
- Thicker Glaze: Simmer the remaining glaze in the pan for 2–3 minutes after baking.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Stores well for up to 4 days in the fridge.