This scrumptious sheet pan Balsamic chicken and mushrooms recipe is ideal for a speedy weeknight meal. Tender chicken pieces are baked with mushrooms in a sticky Balsamic glaze sauce. This nutritious dish is gluten-free, paleo, and Whole30 approved. This blog post has recently been updated with additional content and nutritional information.
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Balsamic Chicken & Mushrooms For Dinner
In this delightful sheet pan recipe, succulent chicken thighs are baked with button mushrooms and onions, then coated in a caramelized Balsamic glaze sauce. This dish comes together quickly and easily, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner.
It's a versatile and healthy chicken and mushroom dish that can be enjoyed in various ways and is great for meal prep.
What To Serve With Balsamic Chicken & Mushrooms
- Serve with veggies. Pair this chicken and mushrooms with steamed, boiled, or stir-fried greens for a healthy, paleo, Whole30, low-carb meal. Cauliflower rice is also a great option.
- With grains or spuds. For a heartier meal, add cooked rice, quinoa, buckwheat, lentils, or roasted sweet or white potatoes. Mashed potatoes make a delicious side dish.
- In a salad. Transform this dish into a Balsamic chicken and mushroom salad by serving it over leafy greens with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, radish, bell peppers, and some feta or Parmesan cheese. You can create a dressing using the Balsamic glaze mixed with olive oil.
- In a sandwich. Another tasty option is to enjoy Balsamic chicken and mushrooms in a wrap or sandwich with hummus, mayo, lettuce, and cheese.
Recipe Tips
I recommend using chicken thighs or tenderloins for a juicier and more tender result. However, chicken breast can also be used if preferred. Swiss brown mushrooms add extra flavor, but white button mushrooms work well too. Substitute mushrooms with diced peppers or cauliflower if needed.
If using regular Balsamic vinegar instead of aged, add a teaspoon of honey or maple syrup for sweetness. For a less sweet version or for Whole30 compliance, use regular Balsamic vinegar. Coconut aminos can be used instead of Tamari or soy sauce for Paleo or Whole30 diets.
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How To Make Balsamic Chicken & Mushrooms
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Learn how to make Balsamic Chicken & Mushrooms Sheet Pan Bake – a delicious and easy-to-make one-pan meal that is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The tender chicken thighs, savory mushrooms, and onions are baked and coated in a flavorful balsamic glaze. This meal is gluten-free, Paleo, Whole30, and low-carb friendly.
For the Balsamic glaze sauce
Preheat the oven to 200 C / 400 F. Grease a flat sheet pan/oven tray with coconut oil or olive oil.
Scatter the chicken evenly on the tray. Season with half a teaspoon of sea salt.
Top the chicken with onions and mushrooms (see image) and sprinkle with another half teaspoon of sea salt. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and place the tray in the oven, middle shelf.
Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and stir the mushrooms and chicken through. Place back in the oven for 5 more minutes.
In the meantime, whisk together the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Finally, remove the chicken again and drizzle evenly with the sauce. Stir through and bake for 5 more minutes, until the sauce is lightly caramelized and sticky.
Prepare any side vegetables or a salad while the chicken is baking. Serve while hot.
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 17g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 148mg | Sodium: 1584mg | Potassium: 583mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium:
