Description
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a delightful one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken, fluffy rice, and a sweet, tangy BBQ sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress guests with minimal effort. With its rich flavors and nutritious ingredients, this dish is not only satisfying but also customizable to fit your dietary needs. Plus, the one-pan preparation means easy cleanup, allowing you to enjoy your meal without the hassle. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete dinner experience.
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 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp 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 the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in the pan for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, toast uncooked rice for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
- Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey; stir well.
- Return seared chicken to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables on top; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until everything is cooked through.
- Fluff the rice after resting for 5 minutes and garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg