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Blueberry Thyme Chicken

A delightful twist on the classic chicken breast, bringing together juicy chicken and a luscious blueberry sauce infused with fresh thyme.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (6 oz each)
  • to taste salt
  • to taste freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for searing)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (save a few for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried in a pinch)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat dry each chicken breast and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and fresh thyme. Cook for about 5 minutes, gently smashing some blueberries to create a chunky sauce.
  4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each chicken breast for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Pour the blueberry sauce over the seared chicken in the skillet.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. Let the chicken rest for about three minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

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