Pomegranate Glazed Chicken Recipe

Name: Pomegranate Glazed Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: GLAZE; 1 cup pomegranate juice; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup crisco canola oil; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons pomegranate juice; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; CHICKEN; 1/4 cup crisco canola oil; 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness; 2 cups baby carrots, quartered lengthwise; 1 small onion, sliced; 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

Servings: persons

GLAZE
1 cup pomegranate juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup crisco canola oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons pomegranate juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch
CHICKEN
1/4 cup crisco canola oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
2 cups baby carrots, quartered lengthwise
1 small onion, sliced
1/2 cup pomegranate seeds

1
GLAZE: Combine first 6 ingredients. Reserve.
2
Place pomegranate juice and cornstarch in a small bowl, stir until mixture is combined. Reserved.
3
CHICKEN: Heat oil on medium-high in a large deep skillet. Brown chicken, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from skillet. Reserve.
4
Add carrots and sliced onion to skillet. Cook on medium heat 5 minutes, stirring often. Add reserved glaze mixture. Bring to a boil, lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes. Add back browned chicken. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, turning occasionally to coat with glaze.
5
Remove chicken and place on clean dish. Add reserved cornstarch mixture into skillet; stir to combine well.
6
Bring glaze to boil and allow to thicken. Add pomegranate seeds and place chicken back in skillet and turn to coat with glaze. Serve on rice.

590

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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: GLAZE, 1 cup pomegranate juice, 1/4 cup lemon juice, 1/4 cup crisco canola oil, and more.

Yes, Pomegranate Glazed Chicken 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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Pomegranate Glazed Chicken

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