Maple Balsamic Chicken Brussels Skillet
This Maple Balsamic Chicken Brussels Skillet is an easy, flavorful one-pan meal with tender chicken and caramelized Brussels sprouts in a sweet and tangy sauce.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups Brussels sprouts halved
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Halve Brussels sprouts. Mince garlic finely.
Maple Balsamic Sauce
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Set aside.
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet. Place Brussels sprouts cut side down and cook undisturbed for 5 minutes. Stir and cook another 3-4 minutes until tender but crisp.
- Return chicken to the skillet with Brussels sprouts. Pour maple balsamic sauce over and stir to coat evenly. Simmer 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and clings to the ingredients.
- Remove skillet from heat. Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the dish. Serve immediately.
Equipment
- Large skillet or frying pan
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Notes
- Ensure skillet is hot before adding chicken to achieve a nice sear and build flavor.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking Brussels sprouts to allow caramelization instead of steaming.
- The sauce thickens as it cools; add a splash of water or broth to loosen if needed.