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Strawberry Basil Chicken Recipe

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Strawberry Basil Chicken is a vibrant and flavorful dish featuring tender baked chicken breasts topped with fresh strawberries, fragrant basil, and a sweet and tangy honey-balsamic glaze. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory and sweet elements, perfect for a delightful, healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Marinade and Topping

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Fresh Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the correct temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
  2. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined to create a flavorful marinade.
  3. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a zip-top bag or shallow dish, pour the marinade over them, and make sure each piece is fully coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 15 minutes to absorb the flavors.
  4. Prepare Baking Dish: While the chicken marinates, grease a baking dish lightly with cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking during baking.
  5. Arrange Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade—reserve the marinade for later—and arrange them side-by-side in the prepared baking dish.
  6. Bake Chicken: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 20 minutes to begin cooking through.
  7. Add Strawberries: After 20 minutes, take the chicken out and evenly scatter the sliced strawberries over the top. Drizzle the reserved marinade across the strawberries to infuse extra flavor.
  8. Finish Baking: Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is cooked through.
  9. Add Basil: Once baked, remove the chicken from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped basil on top to add a bright, aromatic finish.
  10. Let Rest: Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. This rest period helps the juices redistribute inside the meat, making each bite tender and juicy.

Notes

  • For even cooking, ensure chicken breasts are similar in size or pound them to uniform thickness.
  • Marinate the chicken longer, up to 2 hours, for deeper flavor absorption.
  • You can substitute fresh basil with mint for a different herbal note.
  • If fresh strawberries are unavailable, frozen thawed strawberries can be used but drain excess liquid to avoid sogginess.
  • Use a meat thermometer to confirm the chicken’s internal temperature for safe cooking.

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