Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of our Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, a delightful one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners. This dish features succulent chicken thighs coated in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce, complemented by perfectly cooked rice and vibrant vegetables. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for a personal touch. Quick to make and packed with protein, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
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
- Mixed vegetables (1 cup)
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 pan.
- Toast rice in the same pan for 1-2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey; stir to combine.
- Return chicken to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables on top; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until done.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice; garnish and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg