Best-Ever Blueberry Thyme Chicken
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Best-Ever Blueberry Thyme Chicken, a dish that brilliantly marries savory chicken with sweet blueberries and aromatic thyme. This easy-to-make recipe will elevate your dinner table and impress guests at any gathering. With tender chicken glazed in a luscious blueberry sauce, each bite is a delicious celebration of summer’s bounty.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and thyme; mix well.
- Pour half the blueberry mixture over the chicken, ensuring even coating.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Drizzle remaining sauce over chicken before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg