Irresistible Roast Pomegranate Chicken Recipe to Savor Today!
A delicious and flavorful roast chicken recipe infused with pomegranate juice, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken (about 4–5 lbs)
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Fresh pomegranate seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix pomegranate juice, honey, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika.
- Place the chicken in a roasting pan and pour the marinade over it, ensuring it is well coated.
- Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for about 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving.
- Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Serve with roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg