Description
This One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice blends irresistible flavors of honey and BBQ with tender chicken and rice, creating a quick and satisfying meal that everyone will love.
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 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and sear the seasoned chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey, then pour it over the chicken.
- Stir in the rice and chicken broth until well combined.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and cook on low for about 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
- During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the mixed vegetables on top to steam.
- Allow the dish to sit for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Notes
Chicken thighs tend to be more tender and flavorful, but you can use chicken breasts if preferred.
Feel free to customize the mixed vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg