Description

If you are looking for a twist on traditional grilled chicken, look no further than this maple balsamic glazed grilled chicken breast. This recipe starts out simply with a flavorful spice blend; but the key is the glaze that finishes the dish. Tart, sweet and sticky, the maple balsamic glaze takes this grilled chicken to the next level. Paired with the spice blend, the sweet, savory and smoky flavor components take this dish to the next level.

Ingredients

Scale

2 lbs chicken breast, cut into 8 thinner pieces
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp pure maple syrup
1/4 cup chicken broth
2 cloves garlic, smashed

Instructions

Step: Preheat a grill pan over medium high heat (or use an outdoor grill).
Step: Slice the chicken breasts into 8 thinner pieces.
Step: Combine the paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.
Step: Season the chicken breast on all sides with the seasoning blend.
Step: Add non-stick cooking spray to the grill pan. Add the chicken breasts to the pan.
Step: Cook the chicken on one side for about 5 minutes, then flip the chicken and cover the pan with a lid.
Step: Cook the chicken for another 5-10 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165F.
Step: Remove the lid to finish the cooking process and so the chicken gets nice color.
Step: In a small saucepan, add the maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, chicken broth and smashed garlic cloves.
Step: Whisk the ingredients and simmer the mixture over medium heat for about 5-10 minutes or until a thicker glaze forms.
Step: Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and plate it; brush or top with the glaze.

Notes

This chicken recipe makes for an excellent meal prep because of its versatility; keep these cooked chicken breasts in the fridge for easy to prepare meals all week.

Prep Time: PT5M
Cook Time: PT20M
Category: dinner, lunch, main course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with glaze
Calories: 162 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 427 mg
Fat: 3 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Fiber: 0.2 g
Protein: 24 g
Cholesterol: 73 mg

Keywords: chicken breast, dinner, grilled chicken, main course, maple balsamic