chicken w/pomegranate sauce Recipe

Name: chicken w/pomegranate sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breast halves; 2 tablespoons oil; ½ teaspoon turmeric; 1 cup sliced onion; 1 ½ cups walnuts, ground in a processor; 4 cups chicken broth; 1 pomegranate, seeded; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; ¼ cup sugar, to taste; salt & pepper

Servings: persons

1
heat oil in skillet, brown chicken breasts on both sides, remove and set aside add tumeric and onions to skillet, and most of walnuts (reserve 2 tbsp for garnish).
2
cook until light brown.
3
transfer onion walnut mixture to a 6 quart pot.
4
add broth, bring to boil, lower to simmer and cook for 15 minutes add chicken, cover, simmer for 45 minutes.
5
meanwhile, cut pomegranate in quarters and remove seeds.
6
add to the chicken along with lemon juice and sugar cover and cook for 30 minutes more.
7
season with salt& pepper serve with rice and garnish with extra ground walnuts.

993

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken breast halves, 2 tablespoons oil, ½ teaspoon turmeric, 1 cup sliced onion, and more.

Yes, chicken w/pomegranate sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

chicken w/pomegranate sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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