Pomegranate Chicken Salad (Slow Cooker) Recipe

Name: Pomegranate Chicken Salad (Slow Cooker)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 3/4 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs; 1 small onion, sliced; 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses; 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot; 2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped; 1 lemon, juice of; 1 tablespoon light brown sugar; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2 romaine lettuce hearts, chopped; 1/4 cup unsweetened dried cherries or 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Servings: persons

1 3/4 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 small onion, sliced
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
1/2 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot
2 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
1 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh black pepper
1/4 cup pine nuts
2 romaine lettuce hearts, chopped
1/4 cup unsweetened dried cherries or 1/4 cup dried cranberries

1
In a 3-quart slow cooker, combine the chicken, onion, pomegranate molasses, ginger, garlic, lemon juice, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir everything to distribute the ingredients.
2
Cover and cook on HIGH for 2.5 hours, or on LOW for 5 hours. (If you use a larger slow cooker, it will cook much more quickly, so keep a close watch. Overcooked chicken is dry chicken).
3
Remove the chicken to a platter and set aside to cool. The liquid in the cooker should be a nice consistency to dress the salad, but if it's too thin, set the cooker to HIGH and cook, uncovered, until the sauce reduces slightly. If the liquid is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water.
4
While the chicken is cooling to room temperature, set a dry nonstick frying pan on the stovetop. Over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 2-3 minutes, shaking the pan frequently, until the nuts are lightly browned. Remove from heat.
5
To assemble the salad, arrange the lettuce on a platter or in individual serving bowls. Top with a few pieces of chicken, and a sprinkling of nuts and dried cherries or cranberries. Pour some of the sauce over each portion, and serve.

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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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3/4 - 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, 1 small onion, sliced, 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses, 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh gingerroot, and more.

Yes, Pomegranate Chicken Salad (Slow Cooker) falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pomegranate Chicken Salad (Slow Cooker)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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