Sweet Lime and Blueberry Pomegranate Chicken Breasts

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Sweet Lime and Blueberry Pomegranate Chicken Breasts recipe—a vibrant medley of tangy lime, sweet honey, and rich pomegranate flavors, perfectly balanced with the addition of fresh rosemary and plump blueberries. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated for maximum flavor, seared to golden perfection, and oven-baked to tender, succulent doneness. The star of the dish is the glossy, fruit-forward sauce made from the reserved marinade, thickened with a cornstarch slurry and studded with fresh blueberries. Garnished with jewel-like pomegranate arils and fresh parsley, this dish not only tastes incredible but is also a feast for the eyes. Ideal for a special dinner or a fresh take on everyday meals, it pairs beautifully with rice, quinoa, or a crisp salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 0.25 cup Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Lime zest
• 0.5 cup Pomegranate juice
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 0.5 cup Fresh blueberries
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 cup Pomegranate arils (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, lime zest, pomegranate juice, honey, minced garlic, rosemary, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal or cover and marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator (or up to 8 hours for more flavor).

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 4

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade (reserving the marinade for later) and sear them in the skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

Step 5

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the chicken for 15-18 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Step 6

While the chicken bakes, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan and bring it to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 7

Create a slurry by mixing the cornstarch with water in a small bowl. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering marinade to thicken it into a sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then stir in the fresh blueberries.

Step 8

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Plate the chicken breasts and spoon the blueberry pomegranate sauce over the top.

Step 10

Garnish with pomegranate arils and chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1133.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1724.1

Total Fat 53.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 2898.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 69.2g
Protein 216.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135.3mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 468.5mg	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: 28.6%

Protein: 51.0%

Carbs: 20.4%