GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn.-- Culinary Expert Lisa Golden Schroeder stopped by today with a delicious recipe that is made using only five main ingredients. She prepared Chicken with Balsamic Syrup and Pears. With pears at their peak, paired up with tender golden chicken, finished with the sweet-savory dash of balsamic vinegar and blue cheese, the combo of flavors is pure autumn. Lisa recommends serving it with a fluffy quinoa, couscous pilaf or soft, buttery polenta.
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JUST BARE CHICKEN with BALSAMIC SYRUP & PEARS
Makes 4 servings
INGREDIENTS:
#1) 1 cup balsamic vinegar
#2) 2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
#3) 2 to 3 pieces (about 14 ounces) Just BARE® Hand-Trimmed Boneless Skinless chicken Breast Fillets
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
#4) 2 medium Bosc pears, quartered lengthwise, core removed
#5) 2 ounces crumbled blue cheese
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Bring vinegar and honey to boiling in small saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook about 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until reduced to about 1/3 cup.
• Meanwhile, heat butter and oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté about 10 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center. Remove to plate and keep warm.
• Add pears to skillet; sauté 5 minutes or until golden and tender. Serve with chicken, topped with cheese and a drizzle of balsamic syrup.
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