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Looking for an easy chicken dinner that feels fresh and a little different? This Strawberry Basil Chicken is packed with juicy strawberries, fragrant basil, garlic, and tangy balsamic vinegar for the perfect sweet and savory combination. Everything comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an easy dinner for busy weeknights that still feels special!!
Fresh strawberries take the place of tomatoes in this recipe, creating a bright seasonal topping that pairs beautifully with tender chicken. If you love simple meals with fresh ingredients, this is one you’ll want to make all spring and summer long.
Why You’ll Love This Strawberry Basil Chicken
- Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish.
- Made with simple, fresh ingredients.
- Naturally low carb and Keto friendly.
- Perfect for the stovetop or the grill.
- Sweet strawberries and fresh basil create an incredible savory topping.
- Great for easy weeknight dinners or casual outdoor meals.
Strawberry and Basil Are the Perfect Pair
If you’ve never combined strawberries with a savory dinner before, you’re in for a treat!! The sweetness of ripe berries balances the rich balsamic vinegar, while fresh basil and garlic add plenty of flavor. The result is a light, colorful meal that tastes like spring on a plate.
Every year I look forward to berry season. From my Dark Chocolate Raspberry Brownies, Strawberry Breakfast Bake, and Blueberry and Mango Spinach Salad with Basil Vinaigrette, I love finding new ways to bring fresh fruit into everyday meals.
As a nutritionist, I always encourage enjoying fruits and vegetables when they are in season. Not only do they taste their best, but they are often more affordable and packed with nutrients. This Strawberry Basil Chicken is one of my favorite ways to celebrate fresh spring produce.
How to make Strawberry Basil Chicken:
This recipe could not be easier!!
1. Simply marinate the chicken in balsamic vinegar and fresh garlic while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Cook the chicken for about 4 to 6 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until fully cooked.
3. While the chicken cooks, chop the fresh strawberries and basil.
4. Once the chicken is finished, spoon the strawberry basil mixture over the top and drizzle with a little extra balsamic vinegar if desired. Serve immediately.
Grilling Instructions
This recipe is just as delicious on the grill.
Preheat your grill to medium high heat while the chicken marinates in the garlic and balsamic mixture. Grill for about 6 to 8 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches the proper internal temperature. Finish with the chopped strawberries, fresh basil, and another drizzle of balsamic before serving.
Tips for Success
- Use ripe, sweet strawberries for the best flavor.
- Pound thicker chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
- Fresh basil makes a big difference, so avoid dried basil for this recipe.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to keep it juicy.
- Add the strawberries after cooking so they stay fresh and vibrant.
Serving Suggestions
This easy chicken dinner pairs well with so many simple sides.
I love serving it over a bed of fresh greens with spiralized cucumber and onion for extra crunch. My kids enjoy it with plain pasta, while my husband usually prefers it with rice.
If you love serving chicken with rice, try this subtle favorite, Easy Rice, for a quick side that comes together in just 10 minutes.
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Strawberry Basil Chicken
Ingredients
- 3-4 large chicken breasts
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, crushed
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar + more to taste
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 2 cups chopped fresh strawberries
- 1 cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Begin by heating a large skillet to medium heat.
- Prepare your chicken breasts: you may need to pound the breast to make them a bit thinner, mine were approximately 1 inch. While the skillet is heating up, marinate the chicken with garlic and balsamic vinegar.
- Add oil to the pan. Cook for 3-5 minutes per side (until golden brown, but cooked through). Set aside.
- Meanwhile, prepare the topping. Toss together strawberries and basil. Top each chicken breast with strawberry mixture, and salt and pepper to taste. Add additional balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze* if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
Wow!! My husband and I are trying to eat healthier and this recipe looked good.
It is FANTASTIC!!
I cheated a bit and used Skinny Girl Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing and sprinkled in Garlic Powder (since I was out of fresh), salt &pepper into a big baggie to marinate the chicken for about 10 minutes then just dumped it all into a hot skillet with hot EVOO.
cooked to temp, and the extra marinate cooked off and became a lovely glaze.
Wonderful with fresh local ripe strawberries and fresh basil.
I served with roasted zucchini quarters topped with parmesan cheese. YUM!!!
Would you recommend marinating over-night?
You can, but it’s not necessary!
Were are the nutrition sections i need them please
I don’t ordinarily come back to review recipes, but my wife and I LOVED this dish. The chicken, basil, and strawberry play really well together, especially in the same bite.
Thanks for the kind review. Totally agree on the basil and strawberry combo!
So dang good!! Instead of searing the chicken, I marinated it in the salt, pepper, fresh garlic and oil. Grilled it and then topped it with the strawberries, basil and balsamic glaze. SO SO SO GOOD!!! Thank you!!
OMG! So good! I used Newman’s Own Balsamic Vinaigrette and placed on top of baby spinach! Will, definitely, be making again!
I tried the Strawberry Basil Chicken and it turned out wonderful. What I did was different was use Mrs. Dash Tomato Basil Garlic 1/2 tsp instead of fresh basil. I am not lucky to have fresh herbs accessible to me. I also added fresh tomatoes and blueberries. It was popping with flavor. I used sea salt instead of regular salt and extra virgin olive oil.
This is great! I just made it and LOVE it! How many calories do you estimate his to be?
Hi Ashley! My best nutritionist guess would be around 300-350.
Mm this was so tasty. My husband said we’d buy strawberries whenever we can so I could make this more. I didn’t even have fresh basil, but it was still delicious! Thanks for the recipe!
Yay!! So glad you loved it!!