Braised Balsamic Vinegar Chicken Recipe - What's For Din'? - Courtney Budzyn - Recipe 87

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar provides a tangy flavor with fewer calories.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Drumsticks are more affordable while still providing rich flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar is a cost-effective sweetener that works well in marinades.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a budget-friendly alternative for cooking.

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Pound the chicken breasts thinner for even cooking.

Heat canola oil in a pan and add chopped onion; cook until browned.

Remove the browned onions and set aside.

Add more canola oil to the pan and brown the chicken breasts on both sides.

Reduce heat to medium-high and add the browned onions back to the pan along with minced garlic and chopped mushrooms; sauté until garlic is fragrant.

In a separate bowl, mix diced tomatoes, chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and spices (dried rosemary, Cayenne, dried basil) with salt and pepper; stir to combine.

Pour the mixture over the chicken in the pan and stir slightly.

Bring the liquid to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.

Cook orzo pasta in boiling water until fully cooked, then drain.

Add the cooked orzo to the chicken mixture and stir to combine.

Serve the dish garnished with fresh basil.

Cooking Techniques

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