Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of sweet blueberries and savory thyme with this Blueberry Thyme Chicken recipe. Perfectly baked chicken breasts are smothered in a vibrant blueberry sauce that elevates your dining experience from ordinary to extraordinary. This easy-to-make dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings, promising to impress your family and friends with its unique flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a bowl, mash together blueberries, minced garlic, honey, balsamic vinegar, and thyme until mixed but still chunky.
- Place seasoned chicken in the baking dish and pour the blueberry sauce over it, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and is golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg