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Balsamic Chicken With Baby Spinach Recipe

This quick and easy Balsamic Chicken with Baby Spinach recipe is ready in under 30 minutes! Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection, then tossed in a vibrant balsamic reduction with juicy tomatoes and wilted spinach. Served over fluffy couscous for a complete and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 18 mins
Calories 371.2 kcal
Protein 115g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
Balsamic Chicken With Baby Spinach 92

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Chicken With Baby Spinach

  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves minced Garlic Cloves
  • 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (about 6 oz each)
  • 5 oz Baby Spinach
  • 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1/2 cup Low Sodium Cherry or Grape Tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Couscous

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How to Make Balsamic Chicken With Baby Spinach

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  3. Add 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each) and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Remove chicken from pan and set aside to rest.
  5. Add 5 oz of baby spinach to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until wilted.
  6. Remove spinach from pan and set aside.
  7. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 1/4 cup chicken broth to the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  8. Add 1/2 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved, and simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until sauce slightly thickens.
  9. Meanwhile, prepare 1 cup couscous according to package directions.
  10. Serve couscous topped with the balsamic-tomato sauce, spinach, and sliced chicken breasts.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

16g

Fat

9g

Carbs

3g

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