Ingredients
✓ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
✓ 1/2 cup pomegranate juice
✓ 1/4 cup honey
✓ 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
✓ 2 tablespoons olive oil
✓ 2 cloves garlic (minced)
✓ 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
✓ Salt and pepper
✓ 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
✓ 1 teaspoon dried rosemary (or 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary)
✓ 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
✓ Fresh herbs (like parsley or cilantro)
Instructions
✓ Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
✓ Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
✓ In a small bowl, mix together pomegranate juice, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
✓ Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover with plastic wrap or seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
✓ Remove the chicken from the refrigerator about 20-30 minutes before cooking so it comes to room temperature.
✓ Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil to the pan and swirl to coat evenly.
✓ Once hot, add the marinated chicken breasts skin-side down if they have any (this step is optional but recommended for crispy skin). Cook for 5 minutes or until the skin begins to turn golden brown.
✓ Flip the chicken over; spoon some of the remaining marinade over the top. Reduce heat to medium and cover the pan with a lid, allowing it to cook for another 6-8 minutes or until fully cooked through. Baste the chicken occasionally with the reserved marinade to ensure an even glaze.
✓ Remove the pan from the heat but keep the chicken inside. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 10-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). During the last few minutes, spoon some of the glaze over the top to ensure it thickens and caramelizes.
✓ Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and fresh herbs before serving.
Notes
To avoid overcooking, ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Use maple syrup as a vegan substitute for honey.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 19
- Fiber: 6
- Protein: 6