Description
A flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender chicken marinated in pomegranate juice and sumac, creating a unique blend of sweetness and tanginess.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken Pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts)
- 1 cup Pomegranate Juice
- 2 tablespoons Sumac
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- 1 cup Pomegranate Seeds
- Fresh Herbs (optional, for garnish such as Parsley or Mint)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine pomegranate juice, sumac, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk until combined. Place chicken pieces in a zip-top bag or bowl, pour marinade over, ensuring each piece is coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the fridge.
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare for Roasting: Grease a baking sheet or roasting pan. Arrange marinated chicken in a single layer.
- Roast the Chicken: Roast in the oven for 35 to 45 minutes, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), basting halfway through.
- Add Pomegranate Seeds: Sprinkle seeds over chicken in the last few minutes of roasting to heat through.
- Garnish and Serve: Transfer chicken to a platter, optionally sprinkle with fresh herbs, and drizzle with pan juices.
- Enjoy Warm: Serve with your choice of sides.
Notes
For best flavor, marinate overnight. Baste chicken during cooking to keep it moist.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: chicken, roast chicken, pomegranate, sumac, family recipe, easy recipe