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Strawberry Chicken

Savory Strawberry Chicken with Balsamic Bliss

This Easy Strawberry Chicken features succulent chicken cutlets paired with fresh strawberries, perfect for a healthy and quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken cutlets or chicken breasts/thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika or smoked paprika
For the Topping
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries diced, best when ripe
  • 1/4 cup basil leaves fresh, chopped
  • 1/4 cup balsamic glaze store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 cup feta or goat cheese optional for a dairy-free version

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, combine diced strawberries, chopped basil, balsamic glaze, and 1 teaspoon of olive oil.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
  3. Season both sides of the chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and sweet paprika.
  4. Sear the chicken cutlets in the hot skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Plate the seared cutlets and spoon the strawberry topping over them.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure chicken cutlets are of uniform thickness for even cooking. Allow topping to rest for enhanced flavor. Use a hot skillet for perfect searing.

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