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Whether you grill or bake this Balsamic glazed Chicken recipe, it will come out juicy and packed with flavor! Coated in a simple and mouth-watering balsamic marinade, this easy chicken recipe is perfect for a stress-free weeknight meal.

Balsamic chicken with a side of green salad on a dish
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My kids prefer chicken over seafood a million times over so I am always trying to come up with ways to cook chicken and playing around with flavors. We all loved this one I made with a simple balsamic vinegar chicken marinade that’s made with just olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, black pepper, and salt.

This balsamic glazed chicken recipe comes out so tasty, tender, and juicy. Perfect to have with salads, use in your meal preps, or pair with all sorts of sides.

I have a similar recipe that I think you will also love. Check out my Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe as well.

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Recipe Summary

  • Delicious homemade marinade. This deep, rich, and flavor-packed balsamic marinade mixes, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar garlic, and herbs to coat your chicken in pure deliciousness!
  • The juiciest chicken breasts. The balsamic marinade also helps lock in all those lovely juices, serving up tender chicken every time.
  • Versatile. You can bake or grill them, or you can serve them up with all your favorite sides, it’s a versatile chicken recipe that’ll come in handy for those hectic weeknights.
  • Healthy. Proctein-packed chicken covered in a light and low sodium marinade – this is delicious and healthy.
  • Easy! The marinade is a breeze to whip up, this can go from pantry to table in less than 30 minutes.
top view of sliced chicken with a side of salad

Ingredients you’ll need

  • Chicken Breasts: Skinless and boneless. You can also use chicken thighs
  • For the Marinade: Olive oil, low sodium soy, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
ingredients for Balsamic Chicken Breast

How To Make Balsamic Chicken

  • Marinade the chicken – Place all the marinade ingredients in a ziplock bag, then add the chicken. Allow it to marinate in the fridge for at least 15 mins.
  • To Bake – Gently flatten the chicken with a meat mallet, place on a baking dish and bake for 35 mins.
marinated chicken breast in a ziplock bag
grilled chicken breast over a grill pan with hand holding tongs to grab one
  • To Grill – Add chicken breast onto the preheated grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side.
  • Serve and enjoy!

My Pro Tip

Recipe Notes and Tips

  • Use a preheated oven or grill.
  • Line your dish or sheet pan with foil or parchment paper. This makes clean up much easier!
  • If baking, why throw in some of your favorite veggies on a sheet pan, for an easy one sheet meal.
  • If flattening your chicken breast, do it gently to ensure the chicken doesn’t smash. Make sure to cover in plastic wrap, this means the chicken won’t stick to the mallet.
  • You can use a meat thermometer to check if the chicken is done – it should register 165F.
  • Serve with your favorite sides – keep it light with salads or go heartier with rice/potatoes – whatever you like really!
side shot of a bottle of balsamic vinegar being poured over chicken breasts

Storage and Reheating Recommendations

Storing: Have leftovers? Place in an air-tight sealed container and store in the fridge for up to 3 days. You can also freeze for up to 3 months

Reheating: I recommend just using the microwave to reheat your leftovers. Reheat for 1-2 minutes or until it is heated through.

Frequently Asked Questions

how do you know when chicken is done?

You know when your chicken is ready when there is no pink inside and the juices run clear. The best way to check and see if the chicken is done is to invest in a meat thermometer, so worth it! Just insert the thermometer into the thickest part of the breast, the chicken is ready when the thermometer reads at least 165 degrees F.

Should you marinate chicken in vinegar?

Vinegar is a great acidic base ingredient used in chicken marinades along with other seasonings. They tenderize the chicken well and are a perfect option next to using lemons.

How Long Should You Marinate Chicken?

Chicken can be marinated for at least 30 minutes to 8-12 hours or overnight. Often times 30 minutes to 2 hours is a good enough time to marinate chicken, especially chicken breast. Bone-in and whole chicken can be marinated overnight.

side view of chicken breast on a plate that is sliced with a side of balsamic salad

What to serve with Balsamic Chicken

This easy chicken recipe plays well with a whole host of sides. Here are some ideas:

sliced balsamic chicken breast on plate next to some greens

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5 from 12 votes

Balsamic Chicken Breast

By: Rena
Servings: 2 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Marinate: 15 minutes
Total: 55 minutes
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side view of chicken breast on a plate that is sliced with a side of balsamic salad
Juicy and tender chicken breast marinated in a tangy balsamic marinade and baked to perfection.

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt, or to taste

Instructions

  • Place chicken breast in a Ziploc bag. Add in olive oil, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Seal the bag and gently press the marinade around the chicken to combine and evenly coat the chicken.
  • Refrigerate and let marinate for at least 15 minutes.

For Baking:

  • Preheat oven to 400 F and grease a baking dish with some oil.
  • Gently pound the chicken breast with the flat side of a meat mallet to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  • Place the chicken breast into the prepared baking dish and bake for 35 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted in the center reads 165F.

For Grilling:

  • Preheat the grill for 5 minutes.
  • Add chicken breast onto the preheated grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until a meat thermometer inserted in the center reads 165F.

Notes

  • Use a preheated oven or grill.
  • Line your dish or sheet pan with foil or parchment paper. This makes clean-up much easier!
  • If baking, throw in some of your favorite veggies on a sheet pan, for an easy one-sheet meal.
  • If flattening your chicken breast, do it gently to ensure the chicken doesn’t smash. Make sure to cover it in plastic wrap, this means the chicken won’t stick to the mallet.
  • You can use a meat thermometer to check if the chicken is done – it should register 165F.
  • Serve with your favorite sides – keep it light with salads or go heartier with rice/potatoes – whatever you like really!

Nutrition

Calories: 311kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 39gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 107mgSodium: 936mgPotassium: 654mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 22mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
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13 Comments

    1. The chicken breasts bake together so the timing won’t vary much, maybe another 5 minutes or so. Do you usually use a food thermometer to check temperature?

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