Honey and Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Chicken with Charoset Salad

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Juicy roasted chicken glazed with a sweet honey and tart pomegranate molasses sauce served alongside a fresh charoset salad inspired by Passover traditions. This middle eastern-inspired passover ready in about 65 minutes pairs whole chicken, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 50 min Serves 6 Middle Eastern cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Rub 1 spatchcocked whole chicken with 2 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Place on a rimmed baking sheet skin side up.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp pomegranate molasses, 2 tbsp honey, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to create a glaze.
  3. Step 3: Brush half of the glaze over the chicken, reserving the rest. Roast the chicken for 45 minutes, basting with remaining glaze every 15 minutes, until the skin is caramelized and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  4. Step 4: While chicken roasts, combine 1 diced apple, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1 cup halved red grapes, 2 thinly sliced celery stalks, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 2 tbsp lemon juice in a bowl. Toss gently to combine for a fresh charoset salad.
  5. Step 5: Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before carving. Serve with the charoset salad alongside for a balanced Passover meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey and Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Chicken with Charoset Salad take to make?

Total time is about 65 minutes (15 min prep + 50 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Honey and Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Chicken with Charoset Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep whole chicken from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey and Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Chicken with Charoset Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Honey and Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Chicken with Charoset Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Honey and Pomegranate Glazed Roasted Chicken with Charoset Salad?

Middle Eastern passover like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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