Description
Learn how to make juicy and flavorful Pomegranate Glazed Chicken with this easy recipe. Impress your guests with this delicious dish tonight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (900 g) chicken thighs
- 1 cup (240 ml) pomegranate juice
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) honey
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon (2 g) ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon (1 g) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5 g) ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) lemon juice
- 1/4 cup (35 g) pomegranate seeds for garnish
- Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine pomegranate juice, honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, black pepper, and salt.
- Stir in lemon juice to the mixture.
- Place chicken thighs in a baking dish in a single layer.
- Pour the marinade over the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated.
- Let the chicken marinate for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, basting occasionally with the pan juices.
- Check for doneness; chicken should be cooked through and juices run clear.
- Remove chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with pomegranate seeds and chopped cilantro or parsley.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Consider simmering the pomegranate juice on the stovetop to intensify its flavor before incorporating it into the marinade.
- Increase the honey in the marinade to enhance its sweetness.
- Adjust the salt amount to taste, keeping in mind that soy sauce already provides a savory touch to the dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 25g
Keywords: pomegranate chicken, glazed poultry, sweet and tangy, fruity marinade, flavorful poultry
