Description
Savor the delightful flavors of Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, a one-pan wonder that combines juicy chicken, smoky BBQ sauce, and perfectly seasoned rice for a quick and satisfying meal. This dish is not only simple to prepare but is also customizable, allowing you to add your favorite vegetables for a nutritious boost. In just 35 minutes, you can serve up a hearty dinner that’s rich in flavor and protein. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
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 (fresh or frozen)
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, toast uncooked rice for 1-2 minutes while stirring frequently.
- Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey to the skillet; stir to combine.
- Return chicken to the skillet, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle mixed vegetables over the rice; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing rice with a fork; garnish with green onions or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg