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Blueberry Thyme Chicken

A gourmet yet comforting dish combining sweet blueberries and aromatic thyme, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (save a few for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather all your ingredients.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and fresh thyme over medium heat. Smash blueberries with a fork as they cook for about 5 minutes.
  4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Pour the blueberry sauce over the seared chicken in the skillet.
  6. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let rest for about 3 minutes before serving. Drizzle extra sauce on top and garnish with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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