– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 2 cups fresh or dried figs, sliced
– 1 onion, thinly sliced
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
– 2 tablespoons honey
– 1 teaspoon dried thyme
– 1 teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ¼ cup chicken broth
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Creating Fig Glazed Skillet Chicken is straightforward if you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
2. Heat the Skillet: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
3. Sear the Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until browned and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Sauté the Onions: In the same skillet, add the sliced onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
5. Add Figs: Stir in the sliced figs and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
6. Make the Glaze: Drizzle in the balsamic vinegar and honey, mixing everything well.
7. Add Chicken Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and stir to combine, letting the mixture simmer for a couple of minutes.
8. Return Chicken: Place the chicken breasts back in the skillet, coating them with the fig glaze. Cook for a few more minutes until heated through.
9. Season and Garnish: Sprinkle dried thyme over the chicken and top with chopped parsley just before serving.
10. Serve: Plate the chicken, drizzle with remaining glaze, and enjoy a delightful meal!
By following these simple instructions, you’ll have a delicious Fig Glazed Skillet Chicken ready to impress any crowd!