Braised chicken is a classic dish that offers succulent, fall-off-the-bone meat enhanced by a rich and flavorful sauce. This recipe takes braised chicken to the next level with a caramelized balsamic brown sugar glaze that adds a sweet, tangy, and slightly smoky depth of flavor. The combination of balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, and a medley of aromatic spices creates a glaze that perfectly complements the tender chicken.
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BRAISED BALSAMIC CHICKEN
Make and share this Braised Balsamic Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Jens Kitchen
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season chicken breasts with ground black pepper and garlic salt. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet, and brown the onion and seasoned chicken breasts.
- Pour tomatoes and balsamic vinegar over chicken, and season with basil, oregano, rosemary and thyme.
- Simmer until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.8, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 68.4, Sodium 226.2, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 28
BRAISED CHICKEN WITH SHALLOTS, GARLIC, AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Steps:
- Cook bacon in a deep 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately low heat, stirring, until crisp, about 8 minutes. Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and reserve bacon fat in skillet.
- While bacon is cooking, pat chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Brown, beginning with skin sides down, in 2 batches in bacon fat over moderately high heat, turning, about 8 minutes. Transfer chicken as browned with tongs to a plate and pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from skillet.
- Add shallots to skillet and cook over moderately low heat, covered, stirring occasionally, until soft and pale golden, about 10 minutes.
- Remove lid and cook shallots, stirring, until deep golden, about 10 minutes more. Add garlic and 1 cup water to skillet and boil, stirring, 1 minute.
- Return chicken to skillet, turning pieces to coat, then arrange them skin sides up and gently simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through and garlic is tender, about 30 minutes.
- Transfer chicken with tongs to a serving dish. Add vinegar to sauce and boil, uncovered, mashing garlic with back of a spoon, until slightly thickened. Season sauce with salt and pepper and pour over chicken, then sprinkle with bacon.
BRAISED BALSAMIC CHICKEN
This chicken is good with either rice or pasta. Green beans make a nice side dish.
Provided by MOONANDBACK
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes Skillet
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season both sides of chicken breasts with garlic salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook seasoned chicken breasts until chicken is browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Add onion; cook and stir until onion is browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Pour diced tomatoes and balsamic vinegar over chicken; season with basil, oregano, rosemary and thyme. Simmer until chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.7 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Cholesterol 60.8 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 510.9 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
BRAISED CHICKEN WITH CARAMELIZED BALSAMIC-BROWN SUGAR GLAZE
This is an interesting chicken breast entree ... the balsamic vinegar caramelizes nicely with the brown sugar and shallots. I was following a basic recipe and then started adding things to turn it into something completely different! Serve with mashed potatoes, definitely!
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h20m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt butter with 1 teaspoon of the Liquid Smoke.
- Saute shallots until golden, then add garlic.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper to taste, then brown chicken about 10 minutes, turning once.
- Add garlic and one cup of water to skillet and boil, stirring, one minute.
- Return chicken to skillet and arrange skin sides up.
- Gently simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through and garlic is tender, about 35 minutes.
- Remove chicken from skillet; add balsamic vinegar, brown sugar and remaining one teaspoon of Liquid Smoke.
- Boil, uncovered, until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to pan and allow sauce to vinegar-sugar mixture to caramelize a bit on the chicken, about 10 more minutes.
- Season to tast with salt and pepper and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 394.4, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 123.3, Sodium 199.4, Carbohydrate 9.9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 6.9, Protein 30.9
BALSAMIC GLAZE
This glaze is a must-have accompaniment to drizzle over fish, poultry, vegetables, pastas, salads, and even fruit. It can turn any dish from ordinary to extraordinary with its perfectly balanced, intense flavor of sweet and tangy. It adds a beautiful, deep pop of color to any dish to create a perfect, professional presentation. I make a large batch and have it on hand in the fridge at all times. Once you start adding this glaze to dishes you will become addicted and crave its intense flavor.
Provided by Sally J.
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Mix balsamic vinegar with brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until glaze is reduced by half, about 20 minutes. Glaze should coat the back of a spoon. Let cool and pour into a jar with a lid; store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Carbohydrate 18.2 g, Fat 0.1 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 15.4 mg, Sugar 17.7 g
Tips:
- Use a Dutch oven or braising pan: This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Brown the chicken before braising: This will help to develop flavor and color.
- Use a flavorful braising liquid: This could include chicken broth, white wine, or even apple cider.
- Add vegetables to the braising liquid: This will help to add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
- Cook the chicken until it is tender: This may take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours, depending on the size and type of chicken you are using.
- Make the glaze while the chicken is cooking: This will give the glaze time to thicken and caramelize.
- Baste the chicken with the glaze during the last 15 minutes of cooking: This will help to give the chicken a glossy finish and extra flavor.
Conclusion:
Braised chicken with caramelized balsamic brown sugar glaze is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is tender and flavorful and the glaze is rich and decadent. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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