Description
A sweet and savory chicken dish featuring balsamic vinegar, honey, and fresh figs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or elegant entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 8 fresh figs, halved
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon butter (optional, for finishing)
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in balsamic vinegar and honey, stirring to combine. Add rosemary and bring to a simmer.
- Return chicken to the skillet, turning to coat in the sauce. Add fig halves cut-side down around the chicken.
- Cover and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C) and figs are softened.
- If desired, stir in butter to enrich the sauce. Serve chicken and figs with sauce spooned over the top.
Notes
For a thicker sauce, remove chicken and figs after cooking and simmer the sauce for an additional 2–3 minutes. Pairs well with roasted vegetables or a side of rice.
Nutrition
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 34g