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Ingredients

  • 1 whole organic chicken, rinsed and pat dry
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1/4 cup pomegranate molasses
  • 2 fresh thyme sprigs, leaves removed

Method

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • In a large stove to oven pan, heat the olive oil and brown the chicken on all sides.
  • Put it in the oven and roast until the juices run clear, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from oven and transfer the chicken to a cutting board.
  • Tent with foil to keep warm.
  • Put the pan on the stovetop over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken stock and scrape up brown bits while bringing it to a boil.
  • Whisk in the pomegranate molasses and thyme leaves and cook until desired thickness is reached, about 5 minutes.
  • Taste for seasoning and adjust if necessary.
  • Quarter the chicken and arrange it on a serving platter.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and serve.