Pomegranate and chicken stew

Method

1. Melt the butter in a large casserole dish over a medium heat. Add the shallots and fry for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly caramelised. Add the carrots and cook for 5 minutes more.
2. Add the chicken thighs, garlic, bay leaves, cinnamon, pomegranate juice and molasses, and the stock. Bring to the boil, then turn down the heat to a gentle simmer. Cook for 45-50 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Season with salt and pepper, stir in the herbs and top with pomegranate seeds. Serve with steamed rice.