Balsamic Honey Chicken

Great

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Place each chicken breast half between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound till 1½ inches thick. Remove plastic and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, turning once, until its no longer pink in the centre and the juices runs clear. Remove chicken to plate. Cover to keep warm.

Step 3

Add the garlic and turn heat down to medium for 2 minutes, or until the garlic softens. Add the pears and continue cooking for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pears are soft and golden brown

Step 4

In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, honey and cornstarch. Pout over pear mixture. Increas the heat to high until it comes to a boil, then immediately lower the heat and simmer, stirring frequently for 4-6 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. Return the chicken and any juices to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 5

Place the chicken on individual serving plates. Use slotted spoon to mound fruit over the top. Spoon the sauce over the fruit and around the chicken. Serve immediately