Description
Fall Harvest Balsamic Chicken Skillet is a comforting one-pan dish that captures the essence of autumn. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seared to perfection and paired with vibrant seasonal vegetables like Brussels sprouts and carrots, all simmered in a rich balsamic glaze. This easy recipe not only delivers a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors but also ensures minimal cleanup, making it ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 medium carrots, sliced thinly
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup high-quality balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing, chopping Brussels sprouts in half, slicing carrots thinly, dicing red onion, and mincing garlic.
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add Brussels sprouts, carrots, red onion, and garlic to the skillet. Stir well and sauté for another 5 minutes until vegetables slightly soften.
- Drizzle balsamic vinegar over the chicken and vegetables. Lower the heat, cover the skillet, and simmer for about 10 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Serve hot with any remaining glaze drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg