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Strawberry Chicken

Strawberry Chicken

  • Author: Michael
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Strawberry Chicken is a fresh and flavorful dish combining juicy, tender chicken breasts with the natural sweetness of ripe strawberries. This easy recipe uses simple, healthy ingredients and quick cooking methods to create a vibrant and nourishing meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced in halves or quarters
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil, roughly chopped

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Wash and slice the fresh strawberries into halves or quarters based on size. Mince the garlic cloves finely, chop the fresh basil roughly, then pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and keep warm.
  3. Make the Strawberry Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in apple cider vinegar (natural), vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and honey (natural), stirring well. Add the strawberries and cook gently for 4 to 5 minutes until they soften but keep their shape. Sprinkle the natural gelling agent gradually while stirring constantly to thicken the sauce subtly.
  4. Combine and Finish: Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spoon the strawberry sauce over them, and cook together for 2 minutes to let the flavors meld. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh chopped basil, and serve.

Notes

  • Allow chicken to rest at room temperature for 10 minutes before cooking for even cooking.
  • Select firm, vibrant strawberries for the best texture and sweetness.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary to get a golden crust.
  • Add the natural gelling agent gradually after strawberries soften for ideal sauce consistency.
  • Let chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: strawberry chicken, healthy chicken recipe, fruit chicken dish, quick chicken dinner, gluten free chicken

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