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Strawberry Basil Chicken

Strawberry Basil Chicken: A Sweet Summer Dinner Revelation

Strawberry Basil Chicken combines juicy chicken, sweet strawberries, and fragrant basil, creating a vibrant summer dish bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts boneless and skinless
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil for greasing the baking dish
For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • to taste Salt for seasoning
  • to taste Pepper for seasoning
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Fresh Strawberries sliced and drained if overripe
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil chopped

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Dish
  • medium bowl
  • Zip-top Bag

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Place chicken in a zip-top bag or a shallow dish, pour the marinade over it, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
  4. Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil and arrange the marinated chicken inside. Bake for 20 minutes.
  5. Scatter sliced strawberries over the chicken and drizzle with reserved marinade. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and sprinkle chopped fresh basil on top. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a squeeze of lemon for an extra touch of brightness. Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.

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