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Pomegranate Molasses Chicken with Bulgur Salad

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Peden & Munk

The sugars in the marinade can burn; moderate the heat if the chicken looks like it’s getting too dark. Learn how to make this recipe and more in our online cooking class with Sur la Table.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 Servings

Ingredients

2

pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs

2

garlic cloves, thinly sliced

1

serrano chile, thinly sliced

4

tablespoons pomegranate molasses*, divided

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1

cup quick-cooking bulgur

½

cup dried currants

cup unsalted, roasted pistachios, coarsely chopped

2

tablespoons olive oil

¾

cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley, plus more for serving

½

cup coarsely chopped fresh mint, plus more for serving

1

tablespoon vegetable oil

¼

cup pomegranate seeds

Ingredient Info

Pomegranate molasses is available at Middle Eastern markets and some supermarkets or online.

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Toss chicken, garlic, chile, and 3 Tbsp. pomegranate molasses in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Cover and let chill at least 2 hours.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, cook bulgur according to package directions. Drain and spread out on a baking sheet; let cool.

    Step 3

    Toss bulgur, currants, pistachios, olive oil, ¾ cup parsley, ½ cup mint, and remaining 1 Tbsp. pomegranate molasses in a large bowl to combine; season with salt and pepper.

    Step 4

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium. Remove chicken from marinade and, working in 2 batches, cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes per side (reduce heat if needed).

    Step 5

    Serve chicken over bulgur salad topped with pomegranate seeds and more parsley and mint.

    Step 6

    Do Ahead: Chicken can be marinated 1 day ahead. Keep chilled.

Nutrition Per Serving

Calories (kcal) 670 Fat (g) 25 Saturated Fat (g) 4.5 Cholesterol (mg) 180 Carbohydrates (g) 59 Dietary Fiber (g) 10 Total Sugars (g) 24 Protein (g) 53 Sodium (mg) 210
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