Balsamic Chicken with Sweet Flavor Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
🥘 Recipe Category: Weeknight
🔪 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🍽️ Cook Time: 1 hour
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Balsamic Chicken recipe, boasting a sweet and savory profile that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner. Succulent turkey breast is marinated in a tantalizing blend of garlic, onion, tomatoes, tamari, white wine, and maple syrup, creating a dish that’s sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 5 turkey breast medallions
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/4 yellow onion
- 1 tomato
- 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons white wine (plus extra to taste)
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions:
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Prepare Marinade: In a food processor or blender, combine garlic, onion, tomato, tamari, and white wine. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped but not pureed. Be cautious not to add too much liquid at once.
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Add Tomatoes: Stop the blender and add half of the tomatoes. Pulse briefly to lightly chop them, maintaining some texture.
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Combine Ingredients: Transfer the mixture to a bowl. Stir in maple syrup, olive oil, and additional white wine to taste. Ensure that the ingredients are well combined.
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Marinate Chicken: Place the turkey breast medallions in a glass baking dish, ensuring they lay flat. Pour the marinade over the meat, turning the medallions to coat them evenly. Alternatively, place a portion of the medallions in a large ziplock bag, add the marinade, and seal the bag securely. Rotate the bag to ensure all pieces are coated.
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Chill (Optional): If time permits, refrigerate the marinated meat for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
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Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for approximately 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the meat.
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Finish Cooking: Remove the foil and turn the medallions over. Add the remaining tomatoes on top of the meat. Continue baking, uncovered, for an additional 15-20 minutes until the chicken is caramelized and moist.
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Serve: Place a serving of chicken on each plate and spoon over the tomatoes and marinade from the baking dish. Alternatively, cube the chicken and serve it on salads or with pasta, using the baked marinade as a dressing.
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Enjoy: Savor the irresistible flavors of this Balsamic Chicken dish, perfect for any occasion. Whether served hot from the oven or enjoyed as leftovers, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds!
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 546.4
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 6.2g
- Cholesterol: 116mg
- Sodium: 3612.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 31.1g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 26.4g
- Protein: 38.4g
Tips:
- Adjust the amount of white wine to suit your taste preferences.
- For added convenience, marinate the chicken in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- Serve leftovers on salads or with pasta for a delicious meal the next day.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices to customize the flavor of the marinade.
Reviews:
- “Absolutely delicious! The combination of flavors in this recipe is simply divine. A new favorite in our household!” – ★★★★★
- “Easy to make and packed with flavor. This Balsamic Chicken recipe is a definite winner!” – ★★★★★
