Glazed Chicken Pears

Elevate your weeknight dinner with the sweet and savory allure of Glazed Chicken Pears, a dish that perfectly balances tender chicken and caramelized fruit. This recipe features juicy, golden-seared boneless chicken breasts cloaked in a luscious honey-balsamic glaze infused with fresh thyme, creating a symphony of rich, herbal flavors. Sweet, ripe pears add a sophisticated twist as they’re lightly caramelized in butter and layered with the savory chicken, delivering a beautiful contrast in every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this stunning yet easy dish is ideal for impressing company or simply treating yourself to something special. Serve it with your favorite sides and garnish with sprigs of thyme for an elegant finish everyone will love. Keywords: glazed chicken, caramelized pears, honey balsamic glaze, easy chicken recipes, quick dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 ripe pears
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.25 cup chicken broth
• 4 fresh thyme sprigs (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Core and slice the pears into wedges. Leave the skin on for added texture.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Add the pear slices and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized. Remove the pears and set aside.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and add the honey, balsamic vinegar, fresh thyme leaves, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well and let the glaze simmer for 1-2 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet. Spoon the glaze over the chicken and let it cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping once, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).

Step 8

Add the caramelized pears back to the skillet during the last 2-3 minutes of cooking to warm them through.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat. Serve the chicken breasts topped with the caramelized pears and drizzled with extra glaze from the pan.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh thyme sprigs if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1276.2 grams (1276.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2040

Total Fat 77.70g	100%
Saturated Fat 25.50g	127%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 654mg	218%
Sodium 3035mg	132%
Total Carbohydrate 113.90g	41%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 90.60g
Protein 218.80g	438%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 148mg	11%
Iron 8mg	47%
Potassium 2387mg	51%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 43.1%

Carbs: 22.4%