Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, a one-pan wonder that brings together juicy chicken, smoky BBQ sauce, and perfectly seasoned rice for an effortless meal. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a comforting blend of sweet and smoky notes in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking time, you can create a satisfying and nutritious dinner that everyone will love. Plus, it’s versatile—customize it with your favorite vegetables or protein for an added twist!
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 about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown; remove from heat.
- Toast the uncooked rice in the same pan for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir in BBQ sauce and honey.
- Return the seared chicken to the pan.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and let simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables on top; cover and cook for another 5 minutes until rice is tender.
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice; garnish with chopped green onions or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg