Description
Keto-friendly baked chicken breast with mozzarella and balsamic glaze, a juicy and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded or sliced mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar-free alternative (optional for keto)
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- Fresh chopped parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken in a hot skillet for 3–4 minutes per side.
- Simmer balsamic vinegar, garlic, and honey (or keto substitute) for 5–6 minutes until reduced.
- Transfer chicken to a baking dish, spoon over glaze, and top with mozzarella. Bake at 400°F for 12–15 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- For a keto version, use a sugar-free alternative to honey.
- Pair with roasted green beans or mashed cauliflower for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 140mg