Berry Basil Chicken Recipe

Name: Berry Basil Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsweetened raspberry or strawberry puree; 1 cup unsweetened raspberry juice; ⅓ cup raspberry vinegar; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 bunch basil, about 8 sprigs, stems removed and finely chopped, and 4 to 6 whole leaves reserved for garnish; 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 3 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts, halved; 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil

Servings: persons

1
Combine all of the ingredients except the chicken breasts and the oil in a large nonaluminum bowl.
2
Add the chicken, cover and set aside for one hour.
3
Take the breasts out of the marinade and pat them dry.
4
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is hot but not smoking.
5
Brown the chicken breasts in the oil for 2 minutes on each side.
6
Add the marinade and continue cooking the chicken in the liquid for 2 to 3 minutes.
7
Arrange the breasts on a serving platter, garnish with the reserved basil leaves and spoon the sauce over the meat.

180

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unsweetened raspberry or strawberry puree, 1 cup unsweetened raspberry juice, ⅓ cup raspberry vinegar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Berry Basil Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Berry Basil Chicken

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Variations & substitutions

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