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Pomegranate Molasses Skillet Chicken

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Juicy skillet chicken thighs coated in a rich, tangy-sweet pomegranate molasses glaze with warm spices and aromatic onions. This one-pan dish is bold, flavorful, and perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Middle Eastern
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup pomegranate molasses
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, cumin, paprika, and coriander.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken skin-side down for 5–7 minutes until crispy. Flip and cook 4–5 minutes more, then remove.
  3. In the same skillet, cook onions for about 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Stir in pomegranate molasses, honey, lemon juice, and chicken broth. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet, skin-side up. Cover and cook on medium-low for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked.
  6. Uncover and simmer for 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens into a glaze.
  7. Spoon sauce over chicken, garnish with parsley and pomegranate seeds, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use boneless chicken for quicker cooking.
  • Add chili flakes for a hint of heat.
  • Include vegetables like carrots or peppers for a complete meal.
  • Substitute pomegranate molasses with balsamic glaze, honey, and lemon juice if needed.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently with a splash of broth to loosen the sauce.
  • Freeze for up to 2 months and thaw before reheating.

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