Turkish Herb-Braised Chicken with Pomegranate Molasses & Roasted Root Vegetables

Name: Turkish Herb-Braised Chicken with Pomegranate Molasses & Roasted Root Vegetables
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 pieces bone-in chicken thighs; 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil; 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses; 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 large onion; 3 medium carrots; 2 medium parsnips; 6 cloves garlic cloves; 4 sprigs fresh thyme; 2 sprigs fresh rosemary; 2 leaves bay leaf; 1 tsp ground cumin; 0.5 tsp ground coriander; 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tsp sea salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.75 cup red lentils; 1.5 cups vegetable broth; 1 tbsp tahini; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 0.25 cup fresh pomegranate seeds; 2 tbsp fresh mint

Prep 20 min · Cook 45 min · Serves 4 · medium

Mediterranean Diet

Tender braised chicken thighs infused with warm spices, tart pomegranate molasses, and fresh herbs, served alongside caramelized root vegetables and creamy lentil purée—a rustic Turkish-inspired dinner bursting with complex flavors.

Ingredients

8 pieces bone-in chicken thighs
4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 tbsp pomegranate molasses
Two cups of something delicious
A generous pinch of patience
The secret ingredient
A splash of good olive oil
Fresh herbs, chopped

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