Description
Balsamic Glazed Chicken with Strawberry Relish is a simple yet elegant dish that balances savory and sweet. Grilled chicken is topped with a refreshing strawberry-basil relish and drizzled with balsamic glaze, making it a perfect, light meal.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp honey
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup diced fresh strawberries
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 tbsp balsamic glaze (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix together balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate the chicken breasts in the mixture for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to absorb.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Make the Strawberry Relish: In a separate bowl, combine the diced strawberries and chopped basil. Stir gently to combine, and set aside.
- Assemble and Serve: Slice the rested chicken breasts and plate them. Top each piece with a generous amount of the strawberry relish. Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a finishing touch and added richness.
Notes
Grilled Vegetables: Serve the chicken with grilled vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or asparagus for a complete meal.
Vegan Option: Replace the chicken with grilled tofu or portobello mushrooms for a plant-based alternative.
Herb Variations: If you don’t have fresh basil, you can substitute with mint, thyme, or oregano for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
