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Pomegranate Orange Glazed Chicken

Pomegranate Orange Glazed Chicken for a Flavorful Feast

Enjoy this Pomegranate Orange Glazed Chicken, a quick, healthy alternative to fast food, infused with sweet pomegranate and zesty orange flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup Pomegranate Juice
  • ½ cup Orange Juice
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Minced Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Ginger
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking
For the Garnish
  • ½ cup Fresh Pomegranate Seeds
  • 2 slices Orange Slices
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Parsley

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet or Grill
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all marinade ingredients and whisk until well blended.
  2. Place chicken breasts into the bowl with the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade and let excess liquid drip off.
  5. Drizzle olive oil into the skillet or brush it onto the grill.
  6. Cook chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. In a small saucepan, heat the reserved marinade until boiling, then reduce to a simmer for 5-7 minutes to thicken.
  8. Drizzle the glaze over each chicken breast once thickened.
  9. Transfer chicken to a serving platter and garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds, orange slices, and parsley.
  10. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 450IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate chicken longer for maximum flavor. Avoid overcooking and let chicken rest before slicing.

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