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Balsamic Fig Chicken

We’re big fans of pan sauces because they’re a simple way to add extra flavor to dishes. Here, fig jam, balsamic vinegar, and fresh rosemary mingle with the *fond*—the crispy bits and drippings left by the chicken. The result is a condiment that you’ll want to drizzle all over your meat and potatoes before swiping up every bit of sweet and savory perfection.


| Allergens

  • Milk

| Total Time

35 Minutes

| Servings

2

| Calories

590 Kcal


Ingredients

  • 12 ounce Yukon Gold Potatoes
  • 1 unit Shallot
  • ¼ ounce Rosemary
  • 1 unit Lemon
  • 12 ounce Chicken Breasts
  • 5 teaspoon Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 tablespoon Fig Jam
  • 1 unit Chicken Stock Concentrate
  • 8 ounce Broccoli Florets
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Butter
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Vegetable Oil

Instructions

Roast Potatoes

Adjust racks to top and middle positions and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Wash and dry all produce. Dice potatoes into ½-inch pieces. Toss on a baking sheet with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on top rack, tossing halfway through, until browned and tender, 22-25 minutes.

Prep and Roast Broccoli

Meanwhile, halve, peel, and mince shallot. Strip 1 tsp rosemary leaves from stems (2 tsp for 4 servings); discard stems and finely chop leaves. Zest and quarter lemon. Cut broccoli florets into 1-inch pieces, if necessary; toss on a second baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, salt, and pepper. Roast on middle rack until browned and tender, 12-15 minutes.

Cook Chicken

While broccoli roasts, pat chicken dry with paper towels; season all over with salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over mediumhigh heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from pan and set aside to rest.

Make Sauce

Lower heat under pan to medium; add shallot, chopped rosemary, and a drizzle of olive oil. Cook, stirring, until softened, 2-3 minutes. Stir in vinegar and jam. Simmer until syrupy, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in stock concentrate and ¼ cup water (⅓ cup for 4 servings). Let reduce until thick and glossy, 2-3 minutes. Turn off heat; stir in 1 TBSP butter (2 TBSP butter for 4). Season with salt and pepper.
TIP: Add a splash of water if mixture is too thick.

Toss Broccoli

Once broccoli is done, remove from oven and toss with lemon zest to taste.

Finish and Serve

Thinly slice chicken crosswise. Divide chicken, potatoes, and broccoli between plates. Drizzle chicken with sauce. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Balsamic Fig Chicken

We’re big fans of pan sauces because they’re a simple way to add extra flavor to dishes. Here, fig jam, balsamic vinegar, and fresh rosemary mingle with the *fond*—the crispy bits and drippings left by the chicken. The result is a condiment that you’ll want to drizzle all over your meat and potatoes before swiping up every bit of sweet and savory perfection.
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