Eat For Eight Bucks: Perfect Roast Chicken With Pom

Name: Eat For Eight Bucks: Perfect Roast Chicken With Pomegranate Jus Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 2-3 pound chicken; Coarse kosher salt; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; Small carrot, coarsely chopped; Small onion, coarsely chopped; 2 cups water; 1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses, or more to taste; 1 teaspoon sugar, or more to taste; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 pound leafy greens, tough stems and center ribs discarded, sliced in 1/2-inch ribbons; 2 strips bacon, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, chopped; 1 cup water; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

One 2-3 pound chicken
Coarse kosher salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Small carrot, coarsely chopped
Small onion, coarsely chopped
2 cups water
1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses, or more to taste
1 teaspoon sugar, or more to taste
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 pound leafy greens, tough stems and center ribs discarded, sliced in 1/2-inch ribbons
2 strips bacon, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup water
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 450u00b0F. Rinse chicken and pat dry. Trim excess fat and discard. Remove wing tips and reserve with chicken neck.
2
Salt chicken liberally and evenly on every side. Place in roasting pan and roast, uncovered, for 40-50 minutes, until crisp and golden. To check doneness, pierce the thickest part of the chicken thigh with a skewer and make sure that the juices run clear.
3
Once the chicken is in the oven, heat the oil in a large saucepan and cook the onion, carrot, and reserved chicken trimmings until very well browned. Add water and simmer gently until chicken is ready.
4
Remove chicken from oven and allow to rest. Meanwhile, strain the simmering liquid through a chinois or fine-mesh sieve. Return strained liquid to saucepan. Add pomegranate molasses, sugar, and juices from roasting pan, including any crusty brown bits. Reduce by half over high heat. Adjust seasoning, adding more pomegranate molasses or sugar if sweeter or sharper taste is desired.
5
Quarter chicken and serve 1-2 pieces per person on bed of sauteed greens, drizzled with pomegranate jus.
6
I used kale, but you could substitute Swiss chard or collard greens.
7
In a large, lidded saute pan, heat the bacon over medium heat until beginning to crisp.
8
Add the garlic and saute until lightly golden, about 30 seconds.
9
Add greens and cook, stirring frequently, until bright green and softened. Add water and simmer, partially covered, until greens are tender and liquid has evaporated, 6 to 10 minutes.
10
Season to taste with salt and pepper. Just before serving, stir in butter to coat.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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: One 2-3 pound chicken, Coarse kosher salt, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, Small carrot, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Eat For Eight Bucks: Perfect Roast Chicken With Pomegranate Jus Recipe 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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Eat For Eight Bucks: Perfect Roast Chicken With Pomegranate Jus Recipe

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