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Grilled Chicken with Strawberry Balsamic Sauce

A perfect summer dish that is bursting with the flavour of fresh strawberries and the tangy, sweetness of balsamic vinegar.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Grilling the Chicken: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Canadian
Keyword: grilled chicken, quick and easy, strawberries
Servings: 2
Calories: 345kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
  • ½ tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves ( plus a few sprigs for garnish)
  • 1 small shallot, minced
  • ¼ cup white wine
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 85 kg or 3-4 ounces each)

Instructions

  • Heat two tablespoons of the olive oil over low heat in a small saucepan. Add the diced shallot and sugar and cook slowly until the shallot jut begins to lightly brown. About 2-3 minutes.
    Remove from the heat and add the white wine followed by the balsamic vinegar. Return the saucepan to the heat and cook for 2-3 minutes.
    Add ½ of the prepared strawberries and the fresh thyme and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
    Remove from the heat and add the rest of the strawberries and salt and pepper to taste. Cover and set aside while you grill the chicken.
    Note: the sauce can be made ahead of time and gently reheated when you are ready to serve the chicken.
  • Preheat gas grill to medium-high heat, or 350-400° F. Season the chicken with slat and pepper. Lightly grease the grill surface and add chicken. Close the lid and cook for 5-7 minutes. Turn the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes on the other side.
    For best results, use a thermometer in the thickest part of the breast. A fully cooked chicken breast will reach a temperature of 165°.
    Remove the chicken from the grill, cover with foil and let rest for about 5 minutes.
  • Serve the chicken breast whole, or sliced diagonally. Spoon some of the strawberry balsamic sauce over top and place a few whole berries alongside, with a sprig or two of fresh thyme for garnish.

Nutrition

Calories: 345kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 143mg | Potassium: 648mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 209IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 2mg
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