Description
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a scrumptious one-pan dish that blends tender chicken with the sweetness of honey and the smokiness of BBQ sauce, all served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal can be prepared in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep. The combination of flavors will satisfy even the pickiest eaters, while its easy cleanup makes it a winner in the kitchen. Customize it by swapping chicken for tofu or chickpeas for a delicious vegetarian option.
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)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear chicken in oil 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.
- Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey; stir to combine.
- Return chicken to the pan; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and cover.
- Cook for 15 minutes; add mixed vegetables on top and cook for another 5 minutes until everything is tender.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing rice; serve garnished with green onions or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg