Chicken With Pomegranate Bbq Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken With Pomegranate Bbq Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3-4 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on optional; 12 ounces pomegranate juice; 1/2 cup chili sauce; 1 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup pomegranate molasses; 1/4 cup cider or rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce; 2 tablespoons dry mustard; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon salt

Servings: persons

3-4 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on optional
12 ounces pomegranate juice
1/2 cup chili sauce
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup pomegranate molasses
1/4 cup cider or rice vinegar
1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons dry mustard
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt

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["Trim chicken thighs of excess skin and fat. Put pomegranate juice into a plastic zip top bag and add chicken. Marinate for 4-6 hours.", "Make the BBQ sauce: Mix dry spices together in a small bowl and combine thoroughly. In a large pot, mix together chili sauce, ketchup, brown sugar, pomegranate molasses, vinegar, worcestershire sauce and the dry spice mixture. Heat on low until sauce simmers.", "Remove chicken from the marinade and pat dry. If cooking in the oven, set temperature to 350 degrees. Bake chicken on a foil lined baking pan for 30 minutes skin side up.
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Remove from oven and apply BBQ sauce. Cook for another 30-40 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.", "If using a BBQ, put chicken on indirect heat for 30 minutes, then apply BBQ sauce and BBQ as usual until internal temperature reaches 165.", "A thermometer is essential to test for the internal 165 degree temperature, because the chicken will look pink inside due to the pomegranate juice marinade."]

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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.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3-4 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on optional, 12 ounces pomegranate juice, 1/2 cup chili sauce, 1 cup ketchup, and more.

Yes, Chicken With Pomegranate Bbq 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.

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Chicken With Pomegranate Bbq Sauce

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