Balsamic Chicken With Ginger Rice Recipe

This recipe, adapted from Faith Durand's "Not Your Mother's Casseroles," delivers tender balsamic chicken paired with vibrant ginger rice. Perfect for a weeknight meal, this halved recipe bakes in individual portions for ultimate convenience. The recipe features a deliciously aromatic ginger-garlic rice, which could be further enhanced with soy sauce and Shaoxing wine for a deeper Asian flair. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 458.3 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 1.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Balsamic Chicken With Ginger Rice

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  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus a pinch
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
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  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (optional)

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How to Make Balsamic Chicken With Ginger Rice

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Prepare the rice: In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of long-grain rice, 1 ½ cups of chicken broth, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  3. While rice is cooking, prepare the chicken: In a bowl, whisk together ½ cup balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total) to the balsamic mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
  5. Place the marinated chicken breasts in two greased 16-ounce baking dishes.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.
  7. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and stir in 1 tablespoon of chopped green onions (optional).
  8. Serve the balsamic chicken over a generous portion of the zesty ginger rice. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

19 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

31g

Carbs

11g

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