Sticky Pomegranate Chicken

Ingredients

• 8 whole boneless, skinless chicken thighs, (cut into 1 inch pieces)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 cup pomegranate molasses
• 1/4 cup pomegranate arils
• fresh parsley, (chopped for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut the chicken into one inch pieces. Transfer the chicken to a bowl.

2. 2

   Measure the following ingredients into the bowl with the chicken: olive oil, onion powder, salt, dried oregano, paprika, dried parsley, garlic powder, ground black pepper, dried thyme, ground nutmeg, and half of the pomegranate molasses.

3. 3

   Toss the chicken well with the olive oil and spices until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours.

4. 4

   Remove the chicken from fridge and transfer the chicken and marinade to a skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken for 8-10 minutes or until done.

5. 5

   Lower the heat to simmer and add the remaining pomegranate molasses to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 2 minutes until the molasses is fully heated through and the chicken is well coated.

6. 6

   Plate the chicken and garnish with the pomegranate arils and chopped parsley.