Classic Balsamic Chicken with Mushrooms & Onions
This classic balsamic chicken dish features tender chicken thighs, caramelized onions, and savory mushrooms in a rich balsamic sauce, making for a truly cozy and satisfying dinner.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
Main
- 4 units Boneless, skinless chicken thighs about 1.5 lbs
- 1 lb Cremini mushrooms sliced
- 2 medium Yellow onions sliced
- 1/2 cup Balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup Chicken broth
- 3-4 cloves Garlic minced
- 2-3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper or to taste
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear chicken in a large skillet with olive oil for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown, then set aside.
- Sauté sliced onions in the same pan with more olive oil for 8-10 minutes until softened and caramelized.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms and minced garlic, cooking for 5-7 minutes until tender, then add fresh thyme.
- Deglaze the pan with balsamic vinegar and chicken broth, simmering and scraping up browned bits.
- Return chicken to the pan, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 5-10 minutes until cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Taste, adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately.
Notes
For an even richer flavor, consider using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and searing them until the skin is crispy. You can also add a splash of red wine along with the balsamic vinegar and chicken broth for added depth.