Roasted Balsamic Chicken with Baby Tomatoes
Roasted Balsamic Chicken with Baby Tomatoes combines the tangy sweetness of balsamic vinegar with tender chicken breasts and juicy baby tomatoes, creating a flavorful one-pan meal that’s perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 35-45 minutes (including marinating time)
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
½ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (or more to taste)
1 clove garlic, minced (or more to taste)
Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 lemon, zested and juiced
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper. Taste the marinade and adjust the mustard or seasoning as needed.
- Marinate the chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it’s well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour for maximum flavor.
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the chicken for roasting: Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade (discard the marinade) and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Arrange the halved cherry tomatoes around the chicken.
- Roast the chicken: Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Finish with lemon: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken breasts and sprinkle with lemon zest for a burst of freshness.
- Serve: Serve the roasted balsamic chicken alongside the roasted baby tomatoes, and garnish with additional lemon zest or fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Add fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary, or oregano to the marinade for extra flavor.
If you don’t have cherry tomatoes, you can substitute with grape tomatoes or diced regular tomatoes.
For a sweeter twist, add a tablespoon of honey to the marinade.
If you want a smoky flavor, try grilling the chicken instead of roasting it.
Feel free to add a sprinkle of Parmesan or fresh mozzarella in the last few minutes of roasting for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with tomatoes
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
