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Strawberry Chicken

This Strawberry Chicken recipe features juicy chicken breasts drizzled with a sweet and tangy strawberry sauce, topped with fresh basil and goat cheese, making it a family-friendly meal perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Make sure they are of uniform thickness for even cooking
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt For seasoning the chicken
Sauce Ingredients
  • ¼ cup strawberry jam Use good quality for the best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar Enhances the sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon water Add extra if the mixture is too thick
Toppings
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves Cut into ribbons or finely chopped; reserve some for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons crumbled goat cheese Optional but recommended for creaminess
  • ¼ cup fresh strawberries Sliced, optional for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with a sprinkle of salt on both sides and place them in the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side until a nice golden crust forms.
  3. Flip the chicken and cook for another 4-5 minutes until fully cooked through (cook time may vary based on thickness).
Prepare the Sauce
  1. While the chicken cooks, whisk together strawberry jam, balsamic vinegar, and water in a small bowl.
  2. When chicken is almost done, pour the jam mixture over the top, nestling the chicken into the sauce and scraping up those delicious brown bits at the bottom of the pan.
  3. Reduce heat and bring the sauce to a simmer, bubbling for 2-3 minutes until it thickens a bit.
  4. Stir in most of the basil, and simmer for 1 more minute. (Save some for garnish!)
Serving
  1. Remove the chicken from the pan, pour the sauce over each piece, sprinkle with goat cheese if desired, and garnish with remaining basil and sliced strawberries.

Notes

Serve this dish on a bed of rice or alongside a fresh salad. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Ideal for meal prep; freeze separately and reheat before serving.