Description
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a mouthwatering one-pan dish that combines tender chicken, sweet honey, and smoky BBQ flavors with perfectly cooked rice. This hassle-free recipe is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it an excellent choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll create a comforting meal that is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, the versatility of this dish allows you to customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Enjoy a flavor-packed dinner that’s easy to clean up and even easier to love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown; remove and set aside.
- Toast the uncooked rice in the same pan for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey; stir well.
- Return the seared chicken to the pan, nestling it on top of the rice.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables on top without stirring; cover again and cook for an additional 5 minutes until everything is fully cooked.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 75mg