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Sweet-Tart Chicken

Pomegranate molasses has a taste that is sweet but with a tartness reminiscent of cranberries that is satisfying for the kid in all of us. Great with boneless, skinless thighs, this chicken dish is glazed with flavor. Don’t forget to spoon the sauce at the bottom of the pot over each serving as you won’t want to miss a drop! (See page 139 for a discussion of pomegranate molasses.) Brussels sprouts that touch the side or lid of the pot may get some roasted leaves. If you prefer to avoid this, simply keep them away from the edges of the pot or cover with sauce.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    serves 2

Ingredients

Canola oil spray
1/2 medium onion, halved and sliced
3 or 4 chicken thighs (1/2 to 3/4 pound)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
2 or 3 unpeeled boiling potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/3 acorn squash, peeled or not, seeded, and cut in large chunks
6 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
4 to 6 cremini mushrooms, thickly sliced

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 450°F.

    Step 2

    Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with canola oil.

    Step 3

    Scatter the onion evenly in the pot.

    Step 4

    Arrange the chicken in a layer and lightly season with salt.

    Step 5

    In a small bowl, whisk the pomegranate molasses and mustard until the mustard is almost emulsified. Pour half the mixture over the chicken.

    Step 6

    Arrange the potatoes on top, followed by the squash, and lightly season with salt and pepper. Scatter the Brussels sprouts over the squash, then top with the mushrooms. Pour the rest of the mustard mixture over all.

    Step 7

    Cover and bake for about 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven. Serve immediately.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 8

    Calories: 305

    Step 9

    Protein: 31g

    Step 10

    Carbohydrates: 41g

    Step 11

    Fat: 4g

    Step 12

    Cholesterol: 75mg

    Step 13

    Sodium: 189mg

    Step 14

    Fiber: 5g

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