Chicken Breasts with Strawberry Red Wine Balsamic Sauce

Strawberries add a sweet fruity flavor to this easy, sophisticated sauce. Serve with plenty of sliced strawberries for extra color and flavor.


Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook Time: 10 minutes | Makes: 4 servings


Ingredients

• 1 pkg. (16 oz) Driscoll's Strawberries, divided

• 4 tsp. olive or vegetable oil, divided

• 2/3 cups sliced shallots

• 1 clove garlic, pressed or chopped

• 1 small bay leaf

• 1/2 tsp. dried thyme leaves

• 2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar

• 1/3 cup red wine

• 3/4 cups chicken broth

• 1 1/2 tsp. cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons cold water

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4-5 ounces each)

Instructions

1. Rinse, hull and slice strawberries. Set aside.

2. Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.

3. Add shallots, garlic, bay leaf and thyme; stir until lightly browned, 2-3 minutes.

4. Add 3/4 cup of the strawberries and stir for 1 minute. Add balsamic vinegar and simmer for 1 minute.

5. Add wine and simmer until liquid is reduced to about half.

6. Add broth and simmer 5 minutes. Whisk in cornstarch mixture and boil for 30 seconds or until translucent and thickened. Strain sauce and season with salt and pepper to taste. Reheat just before serving.

7. Coat chicken with remaining 2 teaspoons oil; season lightly with salt and pepper.

8. Grill or broil 4-5 minutes per side, until internal temperature is 170°F.

9. Serve chicken surrounded with remaining sliced berries and warm strawberry sauce.