One-Pot Honey Balsamic Chicken
This honey balsamic chicken is the perfect combination of sweet and sour. The classic combination of honey and balsamic cooks into a sweet sauce over tender chicken in just 30 mins and all in one pot. Perfect for busy days or when you want something quick, easy and packed with flavor.
These cold winter days really make you yearn for warm comforting foods like this, isn't it? My kids love this honey balsamic chicken very much. It's a complete meal on its own for them. The best part for me is that it takes only 30 minutes to make it and I always have the ingredients on hand. I can't think of a recipe easier than this.
Every time I go to a restaurant; I'm always fascinated by how exotic the words 'honey balsamic' sound together. So lush and anything made with that combination is so beautifully married. If you don't believe me - go ahead. Mix one table of each, honey balsamic and pour it over a salad! Gives the salad a whole new dimension.
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What is Balsamic?
For those of you who don't know' balsamic is Italian vinegar made from white wine pressings. Back in the old days, it used to be an ideal gift and favor. Some brands I believe have been fermented for over 100 years. It's this aging process that makes balsamic vinegar often expensive. Luckily you don't need more than a few tablespoons to make a whole dish like this and bring an exotic flavor to your chicken.
It must be noted that Balsamic is vinegar but it's own kind. So, you can't really substitute balsamic vinegar for regular vinegar. You will have a delicious chicken but it won't be a Honey Balsamic Chicken.
This one is my Rhea's absolute favorite. She called it honey chicken because she could never say balsamic. Mama makes honey chicken and potato! I just love it when my kids plan the menu. It makes my life a little more interesting.
Ingredients and substitutes
- Balsamic - As you can see the star of this dish is balsamic so please do not substitute the balsamic with regular vinegar. It's not the same. Instead, try finding a recipe that uses the ingredient you have on hand. Try Honey Mustard Chicken or Honey Soya chicken.
- Honey - Honey really helps soften the sourness that comes from the fermented vinegar. By the end of the dish, you will see the tart vinegar has mellowed into something sweet and syrupy.
- Flour - If you want to make this gluten-free - you can omit the flour and add cornstarch instead. The flour/cornstarch helps thicken the sauce and add a nice layer to the chicken that helps keep the marinade on it.
- Potatoes - I do like adding the potatoes in the sauce - it does take a lot of flavor from the sauce and is absolutely delicious.
Step by step instructions (pin)
- Peel the potatoes and cut into thick slices.
- Clean and pat dry chicken. Season salt and pepper then lightly dust with flour.
- Add one tbsp of oil in a heavy-bottom pan - brown chicken pieces on both sides (about 2 minutes each side)- remove and set aside
- Next, add another tbsp of oil, brown the potato slices on both sides. (about 2 minutes each side) remove and set aside.
- To the same pan, add remaining oil and saute the onion and garlic.
- Then layer the potatoes and chicken over the onion and garlic.
- Add the Stock - ensure the chicken is tucked into the sauce.
- Next, add the Balsamic vinegar and honey,
- Season with salt and pepper as needed (balsamic vinegar has salt so don't over- season)
- Cover the pan, let come to a boil, then lower the heat.
- Simmer covered for about 25 minutes.
- Remove the lid. Gently remove the chicken and potatoes to the serving dish. Cover and keep warm.
- Turn the heat up and let the sauce reduce to almost half or less!
The reason we remove the chicken and potatoes so we do not overcook the chicken and break the potatoes. - Once the sauce is reduced - pour the sauce over the chicken and potatoes.
- Sprinkle with some parsley or cilantro
- Serve hot.
Frequently asked questions
This chicken will keep in the fridge for 4 to 5 days
Absolutely, dark meats like chicken thighs and legs are perfect for cooking. Unlike chicken breast, the darker meats soak up the juices and become tender and flavorful.
Personally, I like to use dark meat for cooking as they stay tender and juicy. Having said that, you can certainly use chicken breast but it for less time, about 15 to 20 minutes
I have tried both in this recipe and both work equally well.
Yes, you can but with a slightly different process.
1. Season the chicken.
2. Use the saute mode and pan-sear the chicken on all sides for color.
3. Add the potatoes and remaining ingredients
4. Pressure cook on high for 10 minutes
4. Use quick-release, then open the lid.
Absolutely! Just place chicken, potatoes and rest of the ingredients in the slow cooker. Let cook on low for 4 hours or high for 3 hours.
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Recipe
Honey Balsamic Chicken
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Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 6 Chicken drumsticks (or combine legs and thighs)
- 2 Potatoes sliced thickly
- ½ Onion sliced
- 1 clove Garlic sliced
- 2 tbsp Flour for dusting
- 3 tbsp Oil
- 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 cup (240 ml) Chicken stock or water
- ¼ tsp Salt
- ¼ tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes and cut into thick slices.
- Clean and pat dry chicken. Season salt and pepper then lightly dust with flour.
- Add one tbsp of oil in a heavy-bottom pan - brown chicken pieces on both sides (about 2 minutes each side)- remove and set aside
- Next, add another tbsp of oil, brown the potato slices on both sides. (about 2 minutes each side) remove and set aside.
- To the same pan, add remaining oil and saute the onion and garlic.
- Then layer the potatoes and chicken over the onion and garlic.
- Add the Stock - ensure the chicken is tucked into the sauce.
- Next, add the Balsamic vinegar and honey,
- Season with salt and pepper as needed (balsamic vinegar has salt so don't over- season)
- Cover the pan, let come to a boil, then lower the heat.
- Simmer covered for about 25 minutes.
- Remove the lid. Gently remove the chicken and potatoes to the serving dish. Cover and keep warm.
- Turn the heat up and let the sauce reduce to almost half or less!
- The reason we remove the chicken and potatoes so we do not overcook the chicken and break the potatoes.
- Once the sauce is reduced - pour the sauce over the chicken and potatoes.
- Sprinkle with some parsley or cilantro
- Serve hot.
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Marisa Franca
Well, I agree with Rhea! Chicken with honey and balsamic vinegar is a great tasting dish. We use quite a bit of balsamic vinegar -- sometimes only to dress up something. That sweet tang is perfect. And if kids can plan the menu -- you're guaranteed they'll eat it. That is a win-win. And potatoes are always a hit. They look absolutely yummy soaking up the good sauce.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Marisa. Yes, she loves this dish very much and I agree with her too. Love this combination myself.
Lauren Vavala
This recipe sounds delish! I never thought to combine honey with balsamic vinegar but can see why it works so well! A great recipe for any night of the week!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Lauren. Yes, this is a great combiation.
Jenni LeBaron
This sounds delicious! I bet the honey really tones down the vinegar and makes this dish perfectly sweet. The potatoes are a perfect pair for this because they really soak up so much of that awesome sauce.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks, Jenni. Yes, the potatoes make a perfect accompaniment.
Claudia Lamascolo
this chicken has all the flavors we love and use often. I love the sweet and balsamic flavors. I know my family will enjoy your recipe.
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Claudia. Yes, me too. Love the sweet and balsamic flavor
Dan Zehr
The recipe for this chicken is really unique! This is absolutely fantastic! So YUMMY! Is good food and this looks like one of the BEST!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Dan
Michelle
This looks so good. My kids love anytime I make chicken that has a hint of sweetness to it. I definitely have to try this out for them. I love how easy it is, too!
Veena Azmanov
So true Michelle. I do love chicken with a little sweetness to it too. Nothing beats the honey and zingy balsamic combination.
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
Chicken and fish are our go-to proteins. And our favorite part of the chicken is the thighs. They never try out and they taste so good any way you prepare them. Honey and balsamic is a great combination. I can see why it's a family favorite!! Will have to make it sometime next week.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Marisa. It's a big favorite in our home. Kids love it.
Jolina
Chicken is our default meat and sometimes we're just getting so bored with the same old recipe. This looks so delicious! And I cannot wait to try it and shake things up. Yum.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Jolina. I know what you mean. We eat more chicken than any other so I'm always looking to prep something a little different. This one is a keeper you will love it.
Denise Wright
This looks like a dinner everyone in my family will love....including my father in law who is not so easily pleased. 🙂 Can't wait to give it a try!
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Denise. So happy to hear that. I know what you mean, having one dish that every one loves is a blessing on busy days.
Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy
Well the sauce on this chicken sure sounds delicious. No wonder your daughter loves it so much. I think my grandkids would like this too. I will have to make it for next sleepover.
Veena Azmanov
Thanks Gloria. My kids love chicken with sauces, that is why I have quite a few of those on my blog. Nothing beat kids enjoying their meal and licking their fingers.