Last year as my office holiday party was winding down, I decided to take my leftover side dish of stuffing and put it in the microwave. Unfortunately, someone placed the Tupperware container in the freezer so when I went to microwave it, the stuffing was frozen solid.

And we all know what happens when you try to microwave frozen food, it explodes everywhere. So there I was, at 11 PM, cleaning stuffing off the ceiling and walls.

Needless to say, the office got to hear me cursing out my stovetop at almost midnight on Christmas eve.

But what can I say? I get hangry.

Anyways, what I’m trying to say is that you should never underestimate the power of a good side dish. Just like my beloved stuffing, a great side dish can make or break a meal. And when it comes to balsamic chicken, there are so many delicious options to choose from.

So what are the best side dishes for balsamic chicken? Let’s take a look.

Best Side Dishes for Balsamic Chicken

Roasted Potatoes
Easy Grilled Asparagus
Baked Mac and Cheese
Cranberry-Pecan Wild Rice Pilaf
Green Beans with Bacon and Almonds
Buttered Corn
Sautéed Greens
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Potatoes

There’s just something about Potatoes creaminess and versatility that makes them a perfect side for any dish, especially chicken.

And when you roast ’em up in the oven with a little bit of olive oil and sea salt?

Well, they’re just out-of-this-world delicious.

As for why they go so well with balsamic chicken, I think it has something to do with the acidity of the vinegar. It really brings out the flavors of the potatoes and makes them sing.