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    Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken

    Published: Jun 17, 2018 · Modified: Mar 28, 2023 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken is so flavorful and tasty!  A great way to use up your raspberries or a fabulous excuse to buy them! 

    I do both.  Once my raspberry bushes start to produce I use them and when I feel like making this delicious chicken dinner in the off season I just pick some raspberries up at the market! 

    We believe that raspberries and chicken go beautifully together.  The sauce is fantastic and raspberry fans will have to give this recipe a try!

    We love raspberries, as you can probably tell, and this Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken is definitely a simple and delicious way to use them! 

    There are a few chicken dishes on the site that use raspberries and chicken together!  They have to be shared and are definitely some of our favorites!  

    Our Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken is a dump and go kind of dinner.  They don't get any easier than that. Combine the listed ingredients into a bowl and pour it all over the chicken. 

    You are better off basting the chicken a few times while it is cooking.  My husband Ken just flips the chicken pieces over and I just baste like everyone else on the planet!

    Ingredients in Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken

    All of the ingredients needed to make Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken.
    • chicken thighs
    • raspberry jam or jelly
    • fresh raspberries
    • balsamic vinegar
    • garlic
    • oregano
    • chicken broth

    How to make Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken

    Prepare a pan with cooking spray that will hold all of your chicken thighs you want to use and the mixture you are going to pour all over them.  I usually use a 9x9 or 13x9 inch pan, depending on the size of your chicken thighs. Set aside. 

    Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. 

    Overhead shot of chicken thighs inside a pan.
    All of the ingredients in a bowl that will be poured over chicken.

    Rinse chicken and dry with paper towel. Place chicken, as evenly spaced as possible, in your prepared pan.  Set aside.

    In a small bowl combine the raspberries with jam or jelly, broth, oregano, vinegar, and garlic.

    Overhead shot of fresh raspberries being added to mixture that will be dumped on top of chicken.
    Overhead shot of mixture dumped all over chicken thighs.

    Stir until incorporated. Pour mixture over top of chicken. Make sure each piece is coated. Adjust chicken pieces if necessary.  I just flip each chicken thigh over a few times. As long as at the end the top of the thigh is showing.

    A shot of a baked chicken thigh.

    Bake for between 45-60 minutes or until the minimum internal temperature reaches 170 degrees. We baste the chicken while baking every 10 to 15 minutes, approximately. All I know is the more times you baste the better!

    Broil chicken pieces for a few minutes, right after basting for the last time, right before you are going to serve it. It caramelizes and sort of hardens the coating to the chicken. 

    Watch your chicken because it can and will burn quickly. My husband would just tell you that broiling makes all of the good stuff stick to the chicken even more! 

    Regardless, you might want to give that a try!  Serve and enjoy!

    Tips

    • Baste the chicken while baking every 10-15 minutes for optimal flavor and texture.
    • Broil the chicken pieces for a few minutes right after basting and before serving to give it an extra caramelized flavor and crispiness, if desired.
    • Marinate the chicken for a few hours in the raspberry balsamic mixture before baking to give it an extra layer of flavor.
    • If using bone in thighs, increase total cooking time by about 10 minutes
    • Make sure chicken is cooked all the way through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving. 
    • Garnish with additional fresh raspberries, lemon wedges, parsley leaves, or basil leaves before serving for an extra touch of color and flavor.

    FAQ

    Is it necessary to use fresh raspberries?

    While fresh raspberries provide the most flavorful and delicious results, you can also substitute frozen or dried raspberries if desired. However, we recommend using fresh ones for best results.

    How can I adjust the flavors in this dish?

    You can adjust flavors by adjusting the amount of jelly or jam you add to the mixture, as well as by reducing or increasing the amount of balsamic vinegar used in your recipe. Taste your mixture before adding it to your chicken to guarantee the flavors are perfect for you.

    Can I make this dish with chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs?

    Yes, you can substitute chicken breasts if desired, but keep in mind that they may require less cooking time than chicken thighs due to their lower fat content. We recommend to start checking for doneness at 50 minutes into baking time with chicken breasts to avoid overcooking them.

    Overhead closeup of two pieces of chicken on a plate with salad.

    Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken Video

    We had to make a video to show you just how easy this Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken recipe is to make.  Take a peek below and see what you think!

    YouTube video
    Overhead shot of three cooked Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken thighs on a plate with salad.

    Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken

    Karin and Ken
    Raspberry Balsamic Baked Chicken is so flavorful and tasty!  A great way to use up your raspberries or a fabulous excuse to buy them! 
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr
    Broil Time 2 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 12 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 263 kcal

    Equipment

    • 13 x 9 inch cake pan or 9x9
    • Measuring cups and spoons
    • mixing bowl
    • whisk
    • Rubber spatula
    • paper towel
    • basting brush
    • spatula

    Ingredients
      

    • 8-10 chicken thighs
    • 1 cup raspberry jam or jelly
    • 1 ½ cups raspberries, fresh
    • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
    • 2 tablespoons garlic, minced
    • 2 tablespoons oregano, leaves, dried
    • ¼ cup chicken broth
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    Instructions
     

    • Prepare a pan with cooking spray that will hold all of your chicken thighs you want to use and the mixture you are going to pour all over them.  I usually use a 9x9 or 13x9 inch pan, depending on the size of your chicken thighs. Set aside.
    • Preheat your oven to 375 degrees. 
    • Rinse chicken and dry with paper towel. Place chicken, as evenly spaced as possible, in your prepared pan.  Set aside.
    • In a small bowl combine the raspberries with jam or jelly, broth, oregano, vinegar, and garlic. Stir until incorporated. 
    • Pour mixture over top of chicken. Make sure each piece is coated. Adjust chicken pieces if necessary.  I just flip each chicken thigh over a few times. As long as at the end the top of the thigh is showing.
    • Bake for between 45-60 minutes or until the minimum internal temperature reaches 170 degrees. We baste the chicken while baking every 10 to 15 minutes, approximately.
    • Broil chicken pieces for a few minutes, right after basting for the last time, right before you are going to serve it.  It caramelizes and sort of hardens the coating to the chicken. Watch your chicken because it can and will burn quickly. My husband would just tell you that broiling makes all of the good stuff stick to the chicken even more!  Regardless, you might want to give that a try!  Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Baste the chicken while baking every 10-15 minutes for optimal flavor and texture.
    • Broil the chicken pieces for a few minutes right after basting and before serving to give it an extra caramelized flavor and crispiness, if desired.
    • Marinate the chicken for a few hours in the raspberry balsamic mixture before baking to give it an extra layer of flavor.
    • If using bone in thighs, increase total cooking time by about 10 minutes
    • Make sure chicken is cooked all the way through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving. 
    • Garnish with additional fresh raspberries, lemon wedges, parsley leaves, or basil leaves before serving for an extra touch of color and flavor.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 263kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 87mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 76IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 38mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword baked chicken, balsamic, best, chicken, chicken thighs, easy, raspberry
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    Three pieces of cooked chicken on a plate with salad.
     

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