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Quick Strawberry Basil Chicken

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A fast and flavorful chicken dish featuring juicy chicken breasts with a sweet-tart strawberry glaze and fresh basil, perfect for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound / 450g)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced (about 150g)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped (about 10g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chicken broth (for a more saucy version)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. (5 minutes)
  2. Slice the strawberries and chop the basil; set aside separately. (5 minutes)
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. (1 minute)
  4. Add chicken breasts to the skillet and sear without moving for about 5 minutes until golden crust forms. Flip and cook another 5-6 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Adjust heat if browning too fast. (10-12 minutes)
  5. Remove chicken from pan and place on a plate; cover loosely with foil to rest. (5 minutes)
  6. Lower heat to medium, add minced garlic to the same pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. Add sliced strawberries, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Stir gently and cook for 3-4 minutes until strawberries soften and sauce thickens slightly. Season with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. (5 minutes)
  8. Return chicken to the pan, nestle it into the sauce, spoon some sauce over the top, and cook together for 1-2 minutes to combine flavors. (2 minutes)
  9. Sprinkle chopped basil over the dish just before serving.

Notes

Dry chicken before searing for a better crust. Keep heat moderate when cooking strawberry sauce to avoid burning. Rest chicken after cooking to keep it juicy. Frozen strawberries can be used if thawed and drained. For a hands-off approach, finish chicken in a 375°F oven for 10 minutes after searing.

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