Grilled Chicken with Tomato and Basil Glaze
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This is one of my favorite weeknight dinners because it comes together in under an hour and tastes absolutely incredible. Fresh basil is packed with antioxidants and gives this glaze such a vibrant, aromatic quality that makes grilled chicken feel fancy without any fuss. The combination of tomatoes, garlic, and balsamic vinegar creates a glossy, flavorful coating that keeps the chicken moist and delicious. Best of all, you probably have most of these ingredients in your kitchen already, making it budget friendly and wonderfully simple to prepare.
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Ingredients
- 4boneless, skinless chicken breasts(about 6 oz each)
- 3fresh roma tomatoes(diced)
- 237 mlfresh basil leaves(roughly chopped)
- 3garlic cloves(minced)
- 4 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoonsbalsamic vinegar
- 1red onion(finely diced)
- 2 tablespoonslemon juice
- 1 teaspoonsalt(or to taste)
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 1 teaspoondried oregano
- 1 tablespoonhoney
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Instructions
- 1
Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt, pepper, and dried oregano. Let them sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before grilling.
Tip: Dry chicken ensures better browning and crisper skin.
- 2
While chicken rests, prepare the tomato glaze by combining diced tomatoes, minced garlic, red onion, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and honey in a bowl. Stir well and set aside.
Tip: Making the glaze ahead allows flavors to meld beautifully.
- 3
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F) and lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Tip: Clean, oiled grates prevent sticking and create nice grill marks.
- 4
Place chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 12-13 minutes, turning once halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Tip: Avoid moving the chicken frequently for better caramelization.
- 5
During the last 2 minutes of grilling, stir the fresh basil into the tomato mixture along with remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Tip: Add basil at the end to preserve its bright, fresh flavor and vibrant color.
- 6
Transfer grilled chicken to a serving platter and immediately spoon the warm tomato-basil glaze generously over each breast.
Tip: The heat from the chicken slightly warms the fresh glaze without cooking it down.
- 7
Let rest for 2 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
Tip: Resting ensures the chicken stays juicy and tender when cut.
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