Description
Experience a delightful burst of flavors with Roasted Pomegranate Chicken and Carrots, an easy-to-make dish that transforms any meal into a vibrant celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 4 medium fresh carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Prepare Your Chicken: Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- Make Your Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together pomegranate juice, honey, garlic powder, and thyme until well combined.
- Arrange the Ingredients: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the baking dish. Surround them with carrot sticks and drizzle half of the glaze over everything.
- Roast: Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Serve and Enjoy: Let rest for a few minutes after removing from the oven. Plate the chicken and carrots, drizzling with any remaining glaze before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with carrots (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in pomegranate juice for at least 30 minutes prior to cooking. - Substitute carrots with sweet potatoes or bell peppers for variety.