These tender Balsamic Marinated Chicken Breasts are easy to make in the oven or on the grill! Your family will love this flavorful chicken dinner recipe.
Place chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag; set aside.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, basil, salt and pepper.
Add marinade to the chicken breasts; seal the bag and refrigerate for 1 hour, or up to 12 hours.
To Bake
Preheat the oven to 425˚F. Remove chicken from marinade; discard marinade.
Lightly pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.
Spray a baking dish with cooking oil.
Add chicken breasts to the baking dish; lightly spray the chicken with olive oil cooking spray and bake, uncovered, for 22 to 24 minutes, or until internal temperature registers at 165˚F. Start checking for doneness at the 20-minute mark.
Remove from oven and let stand 8 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Top with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and serve.
To Grill
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high; about 425˚F to 450˚F.
Brush grill grates with oil.
Grill chicken for 5 to 8 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165˚F. Thicker chicken breasts will need more time to cook.
Remove from grill; let stand 8 to 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutritional info is an estimate and provided as courtesy. Values may vary according to the ingredients and tools used. Please use your preferred nutritional calculator for more detailed info.
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
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