Balsamic Chicken
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Balsamic Chicken is a flavorful dish made with grilled chicken marinated in a tangy balsamic vinegar reduction. It’s a low-calorie option that provides a modest amount of iron and calcium.
This dish is served in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
Popular Home Recipes for Balsamic Chicken
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Balsamic Chicken shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
Balsamic Chicken is a flavorful and tangy dish perfect for a low-calorie, nutritious meal that's sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
- •1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- •1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •2 tbsp honey
- •3 cloves garlic, minced
- •1 tsp dried oregano
- •1/2 tsp salt
- •1/4 tsp black pepper
- •1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- 1Preheat oven to 400°F.
- 2In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- 3Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the balsamic mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
- 4Let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- 5Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 6Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Chef Tips
- Substitute chicken thighs for a juicier option.
- Add a pinch of chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.