Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
2 tbsp

butter

melted

1 unit

brown onion

diced

3 unit

chicken breasts

diced

1 cup

walnuts

ground

2 cloves

garlic

minced

0.25 cup

ground almonds

0.5 tsp

turmeric

0.5 tsp

salt

1 pinch

ground black pepper

0.25 tsp

cinnamon

ground

0.5 unit

lime

zested

2 cup

chicken stock

2 tbsp

honey

0.25 cup

pomegranate molasses

1 bunch

flat-leaf parsley

chopped

Step 1
~3 min

Melt butter in a large frying pan/skillet and add diced onions.

Step 2
~3 min

Fry for 2 minutes, then add diced chicken.

Step 3
~3 min

Cook for 5 minutes, until chicken is sealed, stirring occasionally.

Step 4
~3 min

While chicken is cooking, blend walnuts in a food processor until fine crumbs form.

Step 5
~3 min

Add walnuts, garlic, and ground almonds to the pan and cook with the chicken for 1 minute.

Step 6
~3 min

Add turmeric, salt, pepper, cinnamon, and lime zest, stir, and cook for a further minute.

Step 7
~3 min

Add chicken stock, honey, and three-quarters of the pomegranate molasses.

Step 8
~3 min

Stir, bring to a gentle bubble, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9
~3 min

Taste the stew and add more molasses if needed.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook for a further 5 minutes.

Step 11
~3 min

Serve on top of boiled rice or cous cous.

Step 12
~3 min

Top with pomegranate seeds and chopped parsley.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of pomegranate molasses to your liking.

Serve with a dollop of plain yogurt for added creaminess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

Medium

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve over rice or couscous.

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted vegetables
Plain yogurt

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Middle East

Cultural Significance

Reflects the flavors of Persian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Family meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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