Ingredients for Balsamic Chicken And Pears
- 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (about 1 1/4 lbs total)
- 2 medium Bosc pears, cored and sliced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup dried cherries
- salt and pepper, to taste
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How to Make Balsamic Chicken And Pears
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a large (12-inch) nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
- Add chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
- Add the remaining 1 teaspoon of olive oil to the skillet.
- Add sliced pears and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
- In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, cornstarch, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Pour the broth mixture and dried cherries into the skillet with the pears.
- Bring to a boil, stirring constantly, and boil for 1 minute, or until the sauce has thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and coat with the balsamic sauce.
- Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
11 g
Sugar
39g
Fat
3g
Carbs
5g
