Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan)
Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan) is a rich Persian braise where tender chicken simmers in a tangy-sweet pomegranate sauce enriched with finely ground toasted walnuts. The slow cooking yields a nutty, velvety texture with warm hints of cardamom and a balanced sweetness. Serve it for a cozy dinner or special gathering over rice to soak up the glossy, jewel-toned sauce.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook2 hrs 30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chicken and the onions to the skillet, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Stir in the pureed walnuts, salt, pomegranate juice, and cardamom.
- 4
Bring the mixture to a boil.
- 5
Lower the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. If the sauce gets too thick, stir in 1/4 cup warm water.
- 6
Stir in the sugar, adjust the seasoning, and simmer for 30 minutes more.
- Calories 540.49 kcal High
- Protein 34.83 g Good Source
- Carbs 36.32 g Moderate
- Total Fat 29.65 g High
- Saturated Fat 2.57 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 82.79 mg High
- Sodium 68.23 mg Low Source
- Fiber 3.13 g Moderate
- Sugar 27.88 g High
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 48.31 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.81 mg Moderate
- Potassium 988.97 mg Good Source
- Vitamin A 11.82 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.63 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan) is a Persian dinner recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 2 hrs 45 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Chicken Leg Quarters, Ground Cardamom, Olive Oil, and Pomegranate Juice. Each serving provides about 540.49 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan)?
- It is a Persian stew recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
- What is Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan) made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Leg Quarters, Ground Cardamom, Olive Oil, Pomegranate Juice, Salt. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan)?
- Explore these Persian side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan)?
- About 2 hrs 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 2 hrs 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 540.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Pomegranate Stew with Chicken (Khoresh Fesenjan) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 8 ingredients and 6 steps.
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