Name: Balsamic & Pomegranate Roasted Chicken
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 2 h 10 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 30 ml olive oil; 30 ml pomegranate molasses; 30 ml pomegranate juice; 15 ml honey; 15 ml lemon juice; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 45 ml balsamic vinegar; 2.5 ml chilli flakes or freshly chopped chilli, to taste; 80 ml pomegranate seeds; 30 ml chopped fresh thyme; 1 free-range chicken, trimmed; Salt and black pepper; 60 g butter, cubed; 1 whole garlic head, cut in half horizontally; More pomegranate seeds, for garnish; Fresh thyme, for garnish

Balsamic & Pomegranate Roasted Chicken

This flavourful recipe features a free-range chicken roasted to perfection after being marinated in a tangy and sweet mixture of balsamic vinegar, pomegranate molasses, juice, honey, and aromatic herbs and garlic. The regular basting ensures a moist and delicious result, beautifully garnished with fresh pomegranate seeds and thyme.

Prep Time 40 mins Cook Time 75 mins Rest Time 15 mins Total Time 2 hrs 10 mins Difficulty: Beginner Cooking Temp: 180 C Servings: 6 Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Method

Make the Marinade: In a bowl, mix together all the marinade ingredients until well combined.
Prepare the Chicken: Generously season the inside and outside of the chicken with salt and black pepper. Stuff the cavity with the halved garlic head and fresh thyme sprigs. Carefully push the cubes of butter under the skin of the chicken, particularly over the breast area.
Marinate the Chicken: Tie the chicken legs together with kitchen string. Pour the prepared marinade evenly over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Roast the Chicken: Preheat the oven to 180°C (Celsius). Place the marinated chicken in a roasting pan.
Bake the Chicken: Roast for 1 hour and 15 minutes, basting the chicken regularly with the pan juices during the cooking time to keep it moist and flavourful.
Serve: Once cooked through and golden brown, remove the chicken from the oven. Transfer it to a serving platter. Garnish with more fresh pomegranate seeds and sprigs of fresh thyme before serving.

Balsamic & Pomegranate Roasted Chicken

Balsamic & Pomegranate Roasted Chicken

Ingredients

Marinade

Chicken

Method