Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups fresh blueberries
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
Instructions
Creating Best-Ever Blueberry Thyme Chicken is simple; follow these steps for an outstanding meal:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Sear Chicken: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken and set aside.
4. Prepare Blueberry Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add the blueberries, thyme, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring gently until blueberries begin to burst and form a sauce.
5. Add Chicken to Sauce: Place the seared chicken breasts back in the skillet, spooning some of the blueberry sauce over the top.
6. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
7. Rest Chicken: Remove the dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish: If desired, sprinkle with lemon zest for an extra zing before serving.
These steps make the preparation of Best-Ever Blueberry Thyme Chicken efficient and enjoyable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g