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The Best Blueberry Thyme Chicken

The Best Blueberry Thyme Chicken features tender oven-finished chicken breasts topped with a glossy blueberry thyme sauce made from fresh berries, balsamic vinegar, and honey, creating a savory, subtly sweet, aromatic dish.
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Author: Sandra Myers

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts 6 ounces each
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and organize all ingredients.
  • Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook blueberries, balsamic vinegar, honey, and thyme in a saucepan until thick and jammy.
  • Sear chicken in an oven-safe skillet 2–3 minutes per side until golden.
  • Spoon blueberry sauce over chicken in the skillet.
  • Bake 20–25 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Rest 3 minutes and serve with sauce, garnished with fresh blueberries or thyme.