Honey-Pomegranate Roasted Chicken Thighs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
8%
Honey-Pomegranate Roasted Chicken Thighs
45 min.
8
620kcal

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Looking for a delicious and easy-to-make main course that's both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further than this Honey-Pomegranate Roasted Chicken Thighs recipe! This flavorful dish comes together in just 45 minutes and serves 8 people, making it perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner.

Each serving contains 620 calories, with a balanced breakdown of macronutrients: 24.05% protein, 54.61% fat, and 21.34% carbohydrates. The star of this recipe is the unique marinade, which combines honey, pomegranate molasses, fresh lemon juice and rind, garlic, and a hint of hot sauce for a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy experience.

To make this recipe, simply marinate the chicken thighs in the refrigerator for 2 hours before roasting them in the oven at 425°F. Baste the chicken with the reserved marinade every 10 minutes for maximum flavor. The result is a tender, juicy, and golden-brown chicken that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or looking for a new weeknight dinner idea, this Honey-Pomegranate Roasted Chicken Thighs recipe is sure to impress. Serve it alongside your favorite sides, and enjoy!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • pounds strips. 
  • tablespoon cornstarch 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.8 cup honey 
  • teaspoon hot sauce 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh ( 3 small lemons)
  • tablespoon lemon zest grated
  • tablespoons pomegranate molasses 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup shallots finely chopped
  • tablespoon water 
  • teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 9 ingredients in a large bowl; marinate in refrigerator 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  2. Preheat oven to 42
  3. Remove chicken from bowl, reserving marinade.
  4. Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl.
  5. Place the reserved marinade in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Stir in cornstarch mixture, and cook for 3 minutes or until thickened, stirring frequently.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Place chicken on a broiler pan coated with cooking spray; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  8. Bake at 425 for 30 minutes or until chicken is done, basting with reserved marinade every 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories620kcal
Protein24.05%
Fat54.61%
Carbs21.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.03
Glycemic Load
14.27
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
16.266087034474%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:620.38kcal
31.02%
Fat:37.72g
58.03%
Saturated Fat:10.16g
63.53%
Carbohydrates:33.16g
11.05%
Net Carbohydrates:32.6g
11.86%
Sugar:28.95g
32.16%
Cholesterol:222.26mg
74.09%
Sodium:491.44mg
21.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:37.37g
74.73%
Selenium:43.15µg
61.64%
Vitamin B3:10.62mg
53.12%
Vitamin B6:0.85mg
42.66%
Phosphorus:370.4mg
37.04%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.19%
Vitamin B5:2.38mg
23.82%
Zinc:2.98mg
19.87%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.77%
Potassium:540.1mg
15.43%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.09%
Magnesium:47.22mg
11.8%
Iron:1.88mg
10.43%
Copper:0.15mg
7.4%
Vitamin C:6.04mg
7.32%
Manganese:0.14mg
6.93%
Vitamin K:5µg
4.76%
Vitamin A:180.07IU
3.6%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.31%
Folate:12.58µg
3.15%
Calcium:30.61mg
3.06%
Fiber:0.56g
2.22%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
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