Blueberry Thyme Chicken (Printable Version)
Juicy chicken breasts baked with blueberries, thyme, garlic, and a honey balsamic glaze for a delicious dinner.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Protein
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Fruit
02 -
240 ml fresh blueberries
→ Condiments and Oils
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30 ml olive oil
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15 ml honey
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15 ml balsamic vinegar
→ Herbs and Spices
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2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried thyme)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt and pepper, to taste
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Combine olive oil, honey, thyme, garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir until well blended.
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Gently fold fresh blueberries into the marinade, taking care not to crush them.
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Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or bowl and pour marinade over them, ensuring even coating. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
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Set oven temperature to 200°C (400°F) to preheat.
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Heat oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with a small amount of olive oil. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and sear each breast 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden.
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Pour the reserved marinade with blueberries over the seared chicken in the skillet.
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Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
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Remove skillet from oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices.
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Slice chicken breasts and spoon blueberry-thyme sauce over the top before serving.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Marinating for the full 2 hours intensifies flavor, while shorter marination still yields good taste.