One Pan Balsamic Chicken

Introduction

One Pan Balsamic Chicken is a showstopper for busy weeknights and elegant enough for special occasions. The tangy-sweet glaze mingles perfectly with juicy chicken and roasted vegetables, creating a balanced dish that comes together in just 30 minutes—using only one pan for easy cleanup. No-fuss, packed with flavor, and guaranteed to please a crowd, it’s no wonder this recipe is a go-to for home cooks looking for maximum reward with minimal effort.

Why Make One Pan Balsamic Chicken?

This recipe’s genius lies in its simplicity: all the ingredients cook together, letting the flavors meld and leaving little mess. The balsamic glaze caramelizes beautifully, infusing the chicken and veggies with a sweet robustness and savory depth, resulting in a polished dish with complex flavor you’d expect from much more complicated prep.

The customizable veggie options ensure everyone gets what they love, and the crave-worthy sauce elevates everyday chicken to something memorable.

Essential Tools for Effortless Prep

Chopping vegetables quickly and uniformly is essential for even cooking and beautiful presentation. A Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper is recommended for prepping onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes in a fraction of the time.
When it’s time to cook, a quality nonstick pan like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch ensures even heat distribution and easy release (and cleaning), making this recipe truly one-pan.

Drizzle olive oil evenly with precision using a TrendPlain 16oz/470ml Olive Oil Sprayer for Cooking—ideal for controlled coverage and portioning, keeping the meal healthy. And once you serve, transfer leftovers directly into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for quick, airtight storing.

How to Cook the Perfect One Pan Balsamic Chicken

For this dish, bone-in or boneless chicken breasts or thighs all work well; they’ll soak up the glossy balsamic glaze and emerge succulent. Toss sliced vegetables and chicken generously with herbs and the tangy sauce, then roast or sauté all ingredients in the same skillet, allowing them to meld and caramelize together.

Adding vegetables like red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, or zucchini gives variety and color, while the glaze—made with good-quality balsamic vinegar, garlic, honey, and a hint of Dijon—brings everything together.

Serving Suggestions and Storage Tips

Serve One Pan Balsamic Chicken hot, directly from the skillet—garnished with fresh basil or parsley for a burst of flavor and color. For meal prep, portion servings into containers for the week—the flavors deepen in the fridge and reheat beautifully.

Pair with crusty bread to mop up extra sauce, or with a fresh green salad for a lighter meal. Store cooled leftovers in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze for easy future meals.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes 4 generous servings. Each serving contains approximately 270 calories (without sides), with plenty of lean protein and a boost of fiber and vitamins from the vegetables. The natural sugars in the balsamic and honey add minimal sweetness without overwhelming the dish.

One Pan Balsamic Chicken (Recap)

One Pan Balsamic Chicken brings together the bold, balanced flavors of a classic balsamic glaze, tender chicken, and hearty, roasted vegetables—all in under 30 minutes and with just one pan to clean. It’s an accessible, reliable recipe you’ll turn to again and again—whether for family dinners or entertaining guests.

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (or skip this step if cooking fully on the stovetop).
2. Prep your vegetables quickly and evenly with a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, Italian herbs, salt, pepper, and 1 tablespoon olive oil.
4. Heat the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high. Drizzle remaining olive oil using a TrendPlain 16oz/470ml Olive Oil Sprayer for Cooking to coat bottom.
5. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear chicken for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden. Transfer to plate.
6. Add all prepared vegetables to the pan; sauté for 2–3 minutes. Return chicken to the pan, nestling among veggies.
7. Pour balsamic mixture evenly over chicken and veggies. If oven-safe, transfer skillet to oven and roast 15–18 minutes, until chicken is just cooked through. Alternatively, cover pan and simmer on stovetop until chicken is done.
8. Check chicken for doneness (juices run clear, or internal temperature reads 165°F with a ThermoPro TP19H Digital Meat Thermometer for Cooking).
9. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot. Store leftovers in airtight Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes