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Blueberry Thyme Chicken Recipe

This blueberry thyme chicken is a flavorful dish featuring seared chicken breasts topped with a sweet and tangy blueberry sauce, perfect for a quick and tasty dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Oven-safe skillet large

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6 oz each
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries plus a few extra for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
  • Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each side of the chicken breasts for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown.
  • In a small bowl, mix fresh blueberries with balsamic vinegar, honey, and thyme leaves to create the sauce.
  • Pour the blueberry mixture over the seared chicken in the skillet.
  • Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through.
  • Once done, garnish with reserved fresh blueberries, and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve hot with the blueberry sauce glazed over the chicken.

Notes

Keep an eye on the float valve for quick release and don't forget to let chicken rest for better flavor.