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Balsamic Roasted Strawberry Chicken

The berries turn plump and tender so that it's simple to smoosh onto the chicken. The hint of cinnamon I season the chicken with playing the basil and strawberries is a wonderful touch too! This dish is light, fresh, and super luxurious.
Course Main Course
Servings 4
Author Susan

Ingredients

  • 4 skinless chicken breasts (flattened to cook faster)
  • 1 pint organic strawberries
  • pinch black pepper (omit for AIP)
  • 1 bunch fresh basil
  • pinch ground cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • pinch sea salt

Instructions

  • Clean and hull strawberries then slice each one into 3-4 pieces. Toss in a bowl with balsamic vinegar, pepper and salt (if using). Let strawberries marinate in the vinegar for at least 20-30 mins in the refrigerator.
  • Clean chicken breast with a paper-towel to ensure that the chicken is dry. Season chicken with cinnamon, pepper and salt (if using). Put aside.
  • Pre-heat oven to 375°F, to a large-sheet-pan, line it with parchment-paper. Then put dry, seasoned chicken on the parchment-lined pan (on one-side) and roast at 375°F for 12-15minutes or so till it is cooked mid-way.
  • Add marinated strawberries on the other side in one-layerthen nd roast for10-12-minutes.
  • Then broil for 2-3minutes to get a little color on the chicken till chicken is cooked.
  • Put the chicken in plate in one layer and top with strawberries into the peak of your chicken and garnish with freshly chopped basil.
  • Serve and enjoy!