This Paleo Tomato Balsamic Chicken is easy and so flavorful! Only 6 simple ingredients and Whole30, gluten free, and low FODMAP. This is a savory and flavorful dish that combines the richness of chicken with the tangy sweetness of tomatoes and the depth of balsamic vinegar. This culinary creation is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a perfect choice for a weekday dinner or a special occasion.
Low FODMAP chicken
So I have been challenged in the kitchen lately. Even though we follow a strict paleo diet, my husband was still getting bad stomach pain regularly. We know he has IBS so I looked more into what would help him, diet wise, and found the Low FODMAP diet. Oh, cooking without onion and garlic was interesting at first and I began reading labels even more than I already do. What has come out of it are some seriously delicious meals that he has loved and don't cause him any pain. I know he's not the only one with this issue so hopefully this can help some other people as well.
I'm not going to go much into what Low FODMAP is, but I found this article about Low FODMAP by The Paleo Mom super helpful. It explains it and lists all the foods that are allowed/not allowed. I've been focusing on the allowed list and will be sharing more recipes soon.
Now on to this chicken. It is so delicious and easy! The tomatoes blister and get tender and juicy, the basil adds great freshness, and they pair perfectly with the balsamic vinegar. It is so easy to make, with only 6 ingredients including the salt! It doesn't get much easier than that!
Tomato, basil, balsamic has always been a favorite combination of mine so adding it to chicken just made sense. It totally works! The skin gets nice and crispy and the chicken stays juicy.
You will love this tomato balsamic chicken because it big on flavor and low on ingredients and work. Simple, tasty, and so satisfying. Here are some more chicken recipes to try:
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Tomato Balsamic Chicken
Ingredients
- 8-10 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs about 3 pounds
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes cut in half
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 5-10 leaves fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400° and place all the chicken things in a 13x9 pan.
- Spread the tomatoes evenly all over the chicken.
- In a small bowl, whisk balsamic vinegar and avocado oil together. Drizzle over tomatoes and chicken. Sprinkle salt evenly on the chicken and tomatoes and bake for 40 minutes.
- Chiffonade the basil and sprinkle on top.
Kristen says
I love this recipe! I was worried about cooking when my doctor recently put me on the low FODMAP diet. This was the first recipe I tried and it was a hit with my whole family. The chicken comes out delicious and it looks beautiful right out of the oven. I am so glad I found your blog, and now have a bunch of recipes to try along with your list of “Must haves” for my low FODMAP pantry.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Kristen! I'm so glad you like this recipe and you found me 🙂 I hope you enjoy many other recipes!
Stacy says
Wow!! I am well impressed! I’ve recently had to cut out wheat, lactose, garlic, onion and legumes from my diet (basically everything I know about cooking has needed to be revised). So I’ve been researching recipes, this was an ABSOLUTE WINNER!!! Thank you for sharing!
Jennifer Hahn says
What are your thoughts on using chicken tenders for this? Would you brown it first since there is no skin?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Jennifer- I think it will work, but you will probably only have to cook it 12-15 minutes. I wouldn't brown them first, just bake it and check after about 12 minutes to see if it's done. Hope you enjoy!
Marion Myers says
Hi Jay, I made a version of this tonight and it was sooo good! Thanks for the inspiration! New fan 🙂
Jessica DeMay says
Awesome! I'm so glad you liked it, Marion! Thanks for trying my recipe!
Vanessa Woozley says
Anything balsamic, I'm all over it!
Jessica DeMay says
Right?? Thanks, Vanessa!
Kari Peters says
This is such an awesome combination of light summery flavors but comfort food at the same time, plus it has balsamic in there so I'm sold!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Kari!
Becky Winkler says
This simple combo looks so good, and chicken thighs are my fave. Can't wait to try it!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Becky!
Georgina Young says
You had me at tomato and balsamic! I'm all heart eyes over here!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Georgina!
Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says
This looks so good!!! My family would love this, I'm going to have to make it soon. My youngest would be all about that beautiful crispy skin too.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Emily! It's definitely family friendly!
Kelly Bejelly says
Great recipe hun! I'm so glad your husband is feeling better with some changes in his diet. This recipe looks so flavorful and colorful.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Kelly! It's amazing how food and diet are so important! So glad he's feeling better!