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Blueberry Thyme Chicken

Blueberry Thyme Chicken: Sweet Meets Savory in 30 Minutes

This Blueberry Thyme Chicken combines sweet blueberries with savory flavors in a quick, gluten-free dish that's sure to impress.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the chicken
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Blueberry Sauce
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries Thawed frozen blueberries can be used
  • 2 tablespoons honey Can substitute with agave syrup
  • 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Substitutes include red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves Dried thyme works but fresh is best
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice Use fresh for best taste
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest Optional for extra flavor
Optional Enhancements
  • 2 tablespoons butter Omit for dairy-free version

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Saucepan
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the chicken dry, season with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. In a saucepan, combine blueberries, honey, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and thyme. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 7-10 minutes until thickened.
  3. Decide on the sauce texture; blend for a smooth sauce or leave chunky. Warm again if blended.
  4. Pour the blueberry sauce over the cooked chicken, simmer briefly, then plate and garnish with thyme and blueberries.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and impressive for special occasions. Gluten-free and adaptable for dairy-free or low-carb diets.

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