Pomegranate Marinated Chicken

Elevate your dinner game with this Pomegranate Marinated Chicken, a bold and vibrant dish that’s as visually stunning as it is flavorful. Tender bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are infused with the tart sweetness of unsweetened pomegranate juice, balanced by honey, fragrant garlic, and a medley of warm spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika. Marinated to perfection and oven-roasted with a glossy reduction of the marinade, the chicken develops a golden, crispy skin and juicy, deeply flavored interior. Garnished with jewel-like pomegranate seeds and fresh parsley, this dish is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself to a restaurant-quality meal at home. Ready in under an hour (excluding marination time) and ideal for four servings, this recipe combines ease and elegance for a truly unforgettable dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin on)
• 1 cup Pomegranate juice (unsweetened)
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Pomegranate seeds (optional for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the pomegranate juice, olive oil, minced garlic, honey, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, fresh thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Add the chicken thighs to the bowl and ensure they are evenly coated with the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or ideally overnight for maximum flavor.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken thighs from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and place them in the skillet, skin side down. Sear for 3-4 minutes until the skin is golden brown.

Step 5

Flip the chicken thighs and sear the other side for an additional 2 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes, reducing slightly.

Step 7

Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, skin side up, and spoon some of the reduced marinade over them.

Step 8

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 10

Garnish with pomegranate seeds and chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Pomegranate Marinated Chicken!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1964.2

Total Fat 137.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 480mg	0%
Sodium 2802.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 69.6g
Protein 111.2g	0%

Vitamin D 78IU	0%
Calcium 171.1mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 2157.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.6%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 16.3%