This Lemon Balsamic Chicken with Rosemary Sauce is an elegant yet effortless dish that fits perfectly into any curated poultry or main course meal category. The chicken is marinated in a vibrant blend of freshly squeezed lemon juice, aged balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and olive oil, which tenderizes the meat while infusing it with a sweet and tangy depth. When pan-seared, the natural sugars from the balsamic caramelize to create a beautifully savory crust that locks in the juices.
To finish, the savory pan drippings are gently reduced with chicken broth and fresh rosemary sprigs, then swirled with a touch of butter to create a rich, aromatic sauce. Drizzled generously over the warm chicken, this herbaceous reduction ties the whole dish together with a vibrant, earthy finish that delivers a professional-quality culinary experience right at home.
Lemon Balsamic Chicken with Rosemary Sauce
Cuisine: American, ItalianDifficulty: Medium4
servings15
minutes25
minutes350
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Ingredients
4 chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
1⁄2 cup balsamic vinegar
1⁄4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1⁄2 cup chicken broth
1 tbsp cornstarch
salt
pepper
Directions
- In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, honey, garlic, and rosemary to make the marinade.
- Add chicken breasts to the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade, season with salt and pepper, and cook in the skillet until browned and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chicken broth and cornstarch, whisking to combine and thicken the sauce.
- Pour in any remaining marinade and bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over it, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve chicken with sauce drizzled on top.
- Garnish with additional rosemary, if desired.
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Notes
- Note: This recipe is Al-generated, and we have not verified it for accuracy or safety. Use your best judgment when making Al-generated dishes.
