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Flavorful Balsamic Glazed Chicken Recipe with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce

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A quick and easy chicken dish featuring a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze paired with a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (medium-sized)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) aged balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup (50 g) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) heavy cream (can substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 shallots, minced
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
  • Optional: grated Parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and brown sugar until sugar dissolves. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove chicken and set aside on a warm plate.
  4. Lower heat to medium. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté minced shallots and garlic for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant but not browned.
  5. Stir in chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Pour in chicken broth and balsamic glaze. Stir well, scraping browned bits from the pan. Simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly reduced.
  7. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream. Let gently bubble for 3-4 minutes until thickened. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Return chicken breasts to the pan, spoon sauce over them, and simmer together for 2 minutes to warm through and marry flavors.
  9. Garnish with chopped basil or parsley. Add red pepper flakes or grated Parmesan if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Use a high-quality aged balsamic vinegar for deeper flavor. To prevent cream sauce from splitting, cook on low heat and avoid boiling after adding cream. Let chicken rest at room temperature before cooking for even cooking. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of broth or cream to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and use dairy-free butter if needed.

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