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chicken with berry-balsamic baste on a bed of greens

Sheet-Pan Berry-Balsamic Chicken

Dairy-Free
Gluten-Free
Nut-Free

This anti-inflammatory recipe combines berries, arugula, onions, garlic, and olive oil with chicken thighs to make a delectable and nourishing meal.

chicken with berry-balsamic baste on a bed of greens
  • Makes4 servings
  • Prep Time10 minutes
  • Cook Time40 minutes
  • 2 lb. boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 large onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbs. balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbs. maple syrup (here’s how to ensure your maple syrup is the real deal)
  • 1 tbs. Dijon mustard
  • ½ tsp. sea salt
  • ½ tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 1½ cups fresh raspberries
  • 1½ cups fresh blackberries
  • 4 oz. arugula (about 4 cups)
STEP 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
STEP 2
Place the chicken thighs and onion in a large bowl.
STEP 3
In a smaller bowl, stir the garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
STEP 4
Pour the mixture over the chicken and onion and toss to coat.
STEP 5
Spread the mixture on the sheet pan, making sure all the chicken pieces touch the bottom of the pan. Roast for 30 minutes.
STEP 6
Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle the arugula and berries over the chicken mixture, then use a spatula to stir, coating the greens and berries with juices.
STEP 7
Roast for seven to 10 minutes longer, until the greens are wilted and the berries are slightly softened.

Photographer: Terry Brennan; Food Stylist: Betsy Nelson

Robin Asbell is a Minneapolis-based recipe developer and cookbook author.

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