Name: Balsamic Chicken Breast with Spinach & Tomatoes: A Simple, Elegant One-Pan Dinner
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs / 680g); Salt & black pepper to taste; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp butter; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 3 cups fresh baby spinach; ¼ cup balsamic vinegar; 1 tsp honey or maple syrup; Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, fresh basil

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(Serves 4)

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs / 680g)
Salt & black pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
1½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
3 cups fresh baby spinach
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes, fresh basil

Instructions

Prep chicken: Pat chicken dry; season generously with salt and pepper.
Sear chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add chicken; cook 5–7 minutes per side until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a plate.
Make sauce: Reduce heat to medium. Add butter and garlic; sauté 30 seconds. Add cherry tomatoes; cook 2–3 minutes until softened.
Deglaze: Pour in balsamic vinegar and honey. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly reduced and syrupy.
Wilt spinach: Stir in spinach; cook 1–2 minutes until just wilted.
Return chicken to skillet; spoon sauce over top. Warm through 1–2 minutes.
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil if desired.

💡 Pair with: quinoa, roasted potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce!

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