Lucky's Quickie Chickie

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Fresh basil is essential to get that fresh burst of flavor with a hint of sweet and sour in this dish. The ingredients are all on hand when my herb garden is in season! Add a salad and a favorite vegetable for a quick weeknight meal.

close up view of chicken garnished with herbs over asparagus on a plate
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 2 servings

  • 2 teaspoons olive oil

  • 6 ounces chicken tenderloin strips

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil

  • 1 ½ teaspoons honey

  • 1 ½ teaspoons balsamic vinegar, or more to taste

Directions

  1. 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.

Recipe Tip

You can use any cut of chicken with this method; adjust the cooking time accordingly.


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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

157 Calories
7g Fat
5g Carbs
18g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 157
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 6%
Cholesterol 49mg 16%
Sodium 334mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 5g 2%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 18g 36%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 16mg 1%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 161mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.