Balsamic Chicken Breast with Spinach and Cherry Tomatoes Recipe
Looking for a healthy, easy, and flavorful chicken dinner? This Balsamic Chicken Breast with Spinach and Tomatoes is juicy, tender, and packed with fresh vegetables. Perfect for low-calorie meals, keto dinners, or clean eating recipes.
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
4 cups fresh spinach leaves
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Coat each chicken breast thoroughly with the balsamic mixture and place in a baking dish.
4. Bake for 20 minutes until chicken is partially cooked.
5. While the chicken bakes, heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté spinach and cherry tomatoes for 3–4 minutes until the spinach wilts and the tomatoes soften.
6. Remove chicken from the oven and top with the sautéed spinach and tomatoes.
7. Return to the oven and bake an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) internally.
8. Optional: Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving for added flavor.
Notes & Tips:
For extra flavor, marinate chicken in the balsamic mixture for 30 minutes before baking.
Serve with quinoa, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete healthy meal.
Perfect for meal prep store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information (per serving):
Calories: ~320
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
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