Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil
Lucky's Quickie Chickie is a quick American weeknight chicken that’s juicy, lightly sweet, and peppery with fresh basil and a balsamic-honey glaze—ideal for high-protein, gluten-free meals. Flavor profile: tangy balsamic, aromatic basil, and subtle honey caramelization. Serve over salad greens, tuck into wraps, pair with quinoa, or toss into pasta for fast lunches or dinners. Find this recipe in your easyChef Pro App alongside personalized picks, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list that compares prices—meal planning made simple. Select, organize ingredients, and follow step-by-step guides to cook tonight!
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 21 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 1 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 48
- Heart Health
- 47
- Metabolic
- 11
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 34
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat 2 tsp of Olive Oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers slightly.
- 2
Season 6 oz of Chicken Tenderloin evenly with 0.25 tsp of Salt and 0.125 tsp of Ground Black Pepper.
- 3
Add 6 oz of Chicken Tenderloin to the hot 2 tsp of Olive Oil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are opaque and cooked through, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- 4
Stir in 2 tbsp of Chopped Basil, 1.5 tsp of Honey, and 1.5 tsp of Balsamic Vinegar to coat the chicken evenly, and cook for 1 additional minute to blend the flavors.
- Calories 132.38 kcal Moderate 7%
- Protein 16.83 g Good Source 34%
- Carbohydrate 5.29 g 2%
- Total Fat 4.64 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 0.61 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 34.02 mg Moderate 11%
- Sodium 155.55 mg Moderate 7%
- Dietary Fiber 0.14 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 4.81 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 6.94 mg Low Source 1%
- Iron 0.39 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 14.45 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 8.5 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.54 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil is made with 7 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Tenderloin, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 132.38 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Chicken Tenderloin, Fresh Basil, Honey. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 132.38 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil healthy?
- Honey Balsamic Chicken with Fresh Basil has an easyChef Pro health score of 35/100. Per serving, it provides 132.38 calories and 16.83 g of protein, or 34% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 155.55 mg (7% of the Daily Value). Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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