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Juicy Balsamic Baked Chicken Breast with Garlic and Rosemary

A close-up of a juicy balsamic baked chicken breast, glazed and topped with fresh rosemary sprigs.
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Make this easy baked chicken recipe for a simple weeknight chicken dinner. This garlic balsamic chicken stays tender and flavorful every time you cook chicken breast perfectly in the oven.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, brown sugar, salt, and pepper to create the best baked chicken marinade.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour half of the marinade over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated. Reserve the remaining marinade for basting.
  4. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
  5. Remove the chicken from the marinade and place the pieces in the prepared baking dish. Discard the marinade used for soaking.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Baste the chicken with the reserved marinade halfway through cooking.
  7. Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This ensures tender baked chicken.

Notes

  • For an extra glaze, simmer the reserved marinade on the stovetop until it reduces slightly, then drizzle over the finished chicken.
  • This recipe works well for chicken breast recipes for meal prep; simply reheat gently.
  • If you are looking for healthy weeknight meals, serve this with roasted vegetables.

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