In order to give this dish that fresh burst of flavor with a tinge of sweet and sour, fresh basil is required. When my herb garden is in season, I always have all the ingredients on hand! For a speedy evening meal, include a salad and a favorite veggie.
| Prep Time: | 10 mins |
| Cook Time: | 10 mins |
| Total Time: | 20 mins |
| Servings: | 2 |
| Yield: | 2 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 6 ounces chicken tenderloin strips
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 ½ teaspoons honey
- 1 ½ teaspoons balsamic vinegar, or more to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook and stir chicken in the hot oil until chicken is no longer pink in the center, about 3 to 5 minutes. Stir basil, honey, and balsamic vinegar into chicken and cook for 1 more minute.
- You can use any cut of chicken with this method; adjust the cooking time accordingly.
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 157 kcal |
| Carbohydrate | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 49 mg |
| Dietary Fiber | 0 g |
| Protein | 18 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g |
| Sodium | 334 mg |
| Sugars | 5 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Unsaturated Fat | 0 g |
Reviews
Chicken was dry. Quickie going to pass on this one
This recipe was not only super easy to make it was also delicious. Even both of my picky eaters enjoyed it. They only thing I changed was I doubled the recipe so there was enough chicken for 2 adults and 3 children. Also I added a little bit of freshly minced garlic right before I took the chicken out of the skillet
I used 2 bonless skinless chicken breasts I cut in half. I listened to the comments and used a lot more basil, vinegar, and honey to make sure there was enough sauce. I also added a little minced galic because I love garlic. I also used onion powder in addition to salt and pepper to season the chicken. It came out pretty good and it was super fast. I’m not a huge fan of sweet balsamic sauces, but it was so fast and easy I was happy with the results.
We liked it and will definitely make again. Followed the receipe. Made more of the sauce and the fresh basil is what makes everything pop!
Absolutely moist, Easy, Quick & delish. As a grandparent, i Can’t wait to quadruple the recipe & cook for a family visit
Very good
This recipes was very tasty. I didn’t make any changes other than cooking in a cast iron skillet on the BBQ burner. So easy with the few ingredients and quick once we got it in the pan. I cooked 12ozs. Of chicken tender cutlets and then doubled the sauce. It was great.
I doctored it up a bit…added some minced garlic to the oil for browning chicken. Quadrupled the amounts of vinegar, honey and fresh basil. Served over steamed broccoli and rice. Then when we had it in our dishes, I decided it needed a splash of soy sauce and Sirracha. After that it had a clear direction! I will make it again and add some peanuts and water chestnuts as well!
Quick, simple & easy one step directions. Family loved it . Thanks to Naples34102 additions/changes, served it over hot white rice. The sauce is delicious just with the rice alone. Will be making it again but with extra, extra sauce marinade.
I have made this recipe multiple times and it is one of my favorite quick dinners. Although it is a very quick recipe, it lends itself to an elegant and delicate chicken dish fit for company and I have always used chicken tenderloins with their subtle flavor for that reason. The directions are perfect. Other commentors have doubled and tripled the sauce recipe, which works, but if all you want is a spoon sauce to keep this recipe delicate, the directions are perfect.
This recipe was quick and easy. I cut the chicken into strips to cut down the cooking time, had it with rice and with chicken tortilla soup I made from one of the chicken breasts. It was great.
The family loved it. Super easy. Fresh basil is a must.
Quick, easy and delicious. We loved this and will be making it again. Thank you Lucky Noodles.
love it
Still have to practice alot, but its was delicious and easy to do! The only thing I put that wasnt on the recipe was onion, and it was quite good.
I made it. Love this recipe . Quick and simple.
Very good! Nice and easy and very tasty. I used jar basil for convenience. It was fine.
Loved the simplicity. Served with Parmesan garlic asparagus.
This gets put into heavy rotation. I loved that it’s just a few ingredient. Plus, it’s a super fast recipe for those nights you just don’t want to cook and it’s a lot better for you than eating out. We doubled the recipe (2 chicken breasts) and I’m glad we did. Goes nicely with rice and green beans.
It was great. My husband loved it. I did double the sauce though. Made enough for two days, so I hope it reheats well.
The only thing accurate about this recipe is the amount of oil and basil. But If you read the ingredient list and get the gist Take into account previous reviewers The flavor and simplicity of this recipe is amazing!! We are running crazy prepping for the holidays and this recipe was a satisfying and quick lifesaver for dinner! Made using 1 lb of tenderloins, added some minced garlic for the first min of cooking. Total cook time was about 8 minutes. Sauce; TBLS balsamic, TBLS honey and basil – as stated. Added and cooked a minute. Served with bruschetta/French bread (also amazing!)! Will absolutely make again with these adjustments! So glad I found! Thank you!!