Description
This one-pan wonder pairs juicy balsamic-glazed chicken with golden, tender baby potatoes for an easy, weeknight win. Sweet honey, tangy vinegar, and fragrant herbs make a flavorful marinade that doubles as a pan sauce. Minimal prep, easy cleanup, and ready in 45 minutes perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for potatoes
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment for easy cleanup.
- In a large bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup olive oil, honey, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken breasts and toss to coat. Marinate at least 15 minutes (or up to 8 hours in the fridge).
- Arrange halved baby potatoes on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
- Place marinated chicken on the baking sheet alongside potatoes.
- Spoon any remaining marinade over chicken and potatoes.
- Bake 25–30 minutes, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are tender and golden.
- Rest chicken 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve.
Notes
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For best browning, don’t overcrowd the pan use an extra sheet if needed.
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If potatoes are larger than 1-inch pieces, quarter them so they cook through in time.
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Marinating longer (up to overnight) deepens flavor; pat chicken lightly before baking for better caramelization.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Oven, Sheet Pan
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast + about 1/4 of the potatoes
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 520 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
Keywords: sheet pan, balsamic chicken, potatoes, one-pan, weeknight dinner, easy, oven-baked, meal prep, gluten-free, dairy-free