Berry Glazed Chicken

Berry Glazed Chicken is a savory-sweet main course featuring chicken (often thighs or breasts) coated in a glossy sauce made from mixed berries like blueberries, raspberries, or blackberries, combined with ingredients like balsamic vinegar, honey, or soy sauce. This dish is a modern fusion creation, popular in contemporary American and global home cooking, blending the richness of poultry with the bright, tart notes of fruit.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a good source of protein from the chicken, with moderate fat depending on the cut used and any added oils. The berry glaze adds natural sugars and carbohydrates, along with antioxidants like vitamin C and polyphenols, making a typical serving roughly 350-450 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	8 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	450 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Niacin (B3)	12 mg
Selenium	28 mcg
Vitamin C	4 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Zinc	1.5 mg

Per 1 chicken breast (170 g) with glaze · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the growing trend of using fruit in savory meat dishes to create complex flavor profiles, moving beyond traditional sweet-and-sour pairings. Nutritionally, the berries provide a boost of antioxidants that can complement the protein, offering a balance of indulgence and functional ingredients.