Description
This Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe is a delicious and easy one-pan meal that combines tender chicken thighs, flavorful BBQ sauce, and sweet honey with aromatic spices, all cooked together with rice and vegetables for a satisfying dish.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- Cook the Rice: In the same pan, toast the uncooked rice for 1–2 minutes. Add chicken broth and half the sauce. Stir to combine. Return the chicken to the pan, pour remaining sauce over the top.
- Simmer: Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Add mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for 5 more minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Let sit for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers, peas, or carrots.
- For extra heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes or drizzle hot sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, BBQ Chicken and Rice, One-Pan Chicken Dinner
