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Best-Ever Blueberry Thyme Chicken Recipe

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4.9 from 60 reviews
  • Author: Matteo
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

A delightful spring dinner featuring tender, juicy boneless chicken breasts cooked with a flavorful marinade of fresh blueberries, thyme, garlic, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Seared to perfection and baked to lock in juices, this Best-Ever Blueberry Thyme Chicken offers a sweet and savory taste that’s both healthy and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

Marinade

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped (or 1 tablespoon dried thyme)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Marinade: In a bowl, combine olive oil, honey, thyme, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to blend all flavors.
  2. Add Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush them, to maintain their shape and texture in the sauce.
  3. Marinate Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each breast is evenly coated. Refrigerate and let marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for enhanced flavor infusion.
  4. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the chicken.
  5. Sear Chicken: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add a small amount of olive oil. Remove chicken from marinade, reserving the marinade, and sear each breast for 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown crust.
  6. Add Marinade: Pour the reserved marinade along with the blueberries over the seared chicken breasts in the skillet.
  7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), ensuring it is fully cooked and juicy.
  8. Rest: Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the chicken moist and tender.
  9. Serve: Slice the chicken breasts and spoon the flavorful blueberry thyme sauce on top before serving for an elegant presentation and delicious taste.

Notes

  • For best results, do not crush the blueberries when folding them into the marinade to keep the sauce vibrant.
  • Using an oven-safe skillet allows seamless transfer from stovetop searing to oven baking.
  • Marinating for longer times (up to 2 hours) intensifies the flavor but do not exceed this to avoid over-tenderizing the chicken.
  • Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking.
  • Honey can be substituted with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: blueberry chicken, thyme chicken, easy chicken recipe, baked chicken breasts, spring dinner, healthy chicken dinner, berry marinade chicken

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