Blueberry Thyme Chicken Delight (Print)

Succulent chicken glazed with blueberry thyme pan sauce. A delicious balance of sweet and savory flavors.

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 170 g each)
02 - Salt, to taste
03 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Blueberry Thyme Sauce

04 - 240 ml fresh blueberries, plus extra for garnish
05 - 30 ml balsamic vinegar
06 - 15 ml honey
07 - 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)

→ For Searing

08 - 15 ml high-quality olive oil

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 190°C. Assemble and measure all ingredients for efficient workflow.
02 - Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
03 - In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and thyme. Cook for approximately 5 minutes, gently smashing berries with a fork to form a chunky sauce.
04 - Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear chicken breasts for 2–3 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms.
05 - Pour the blueberry thyme sauce over the seared chicken in the skillet, allowing the sauce to sizzle and coat the pieces.
06 - Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C.
07 - Allow chicken to rest in the skillet for 3 minutes. Plate with extra sauce and garnish with reserved blueberries and additional fresh thyme if desired.

# Notes:

01 - A proper sear locks in moisture and elevates flavor, so avoid skipping this critical step.
02 - Always use a probe thermometer to check chicken doneness; oven temperatures may vary.
03 - Sauce will caramelize and thicken during baking, creating a glossy restaurant-quality finish.
04 - Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator up to 3 days and reheat gently with a splash of broth; avoid microwaving to maintain texture.
05 - For variation, introduce fresh lemon juice, cinnamon, rosemary, or a splash of white wine to the sauce as desired.

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