Best-Ever Blueberry Thyme Chicken
A delightful dish combining succulent chicken breasts with a sweet blueberry and fragrant thyme sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Sear the chicken in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
- Prepare a mixing bowl and combine fresh blueberries, thyme leaves, honey, and balsamic vinegar.
- Combine the seared chicken in a baking dish and pour the blueberry mixture over the top.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh thyme if desired.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. If too sweet, balance with a squeeze of lemon juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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