Honey-Roasted Chicken with Pomegranate and Za'atar

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-01 · Updated 2026-05-01

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Juicy oven-roasted chicken infused with sweet honey and aromatic za'atar, finished with tangy pomegranate seeds for a festive touch. This Middle Eastern-inspired Hanukkah recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, pairs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, extra virgin olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, 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: 40 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 pieces (about 2 lbs) bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp honey
2 tbsp za'atar spice blend
4, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup (arils) pomegranate seeds
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp za'atar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until well combined.
Step 3: Pat dry 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and place them on the prepared baking sheet skin-side up.
Step 4: Brush the honey-za'atar mixture generously over each chicken thigh, ensuring the skin and under the skin are coated.
Step 5: Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle 1/2 cup fresh pomegranate seeds and 2 tbsp chopped parsley over the chicken before serving.