Description
Pomegranate glazed chicken thighs are a deliciously sweet and savory dish that will impress your guests and delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (100% pure)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or rosemary)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the Chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Generously season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the Glaze: In a medium bowl, mix together pomegranate juice, honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and fresh herbs until well combined.
- Coat the Chicken: Place seasoned chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish. Pour the pomegranate glaze over them generously, reserving some for basting.
- Bake Away: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes. Halfway through cooking, baste with remaining glaze.
- Serve it Up: Once cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or about 74°C), transfer chicken to plates and drizzle any leftover sauce from the baking dish over them.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, marinate chicken thighs in the pomegranate glaze for at least one hour. - Feel free to substitute pomegranate juice with orange juice or balsamic vinegar for a different taste. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days; reheat at 350°F (175°C).