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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

A one-pan meal that combines tender chicken thighs, rice, and a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce for a family-friendly dinner that's ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain rice Uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables Optional
For Garnish
  • as needed Chopped green onions For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken by sprinkling with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic to mix the sauce.
  4. In the same pan, toast the uncooked rice for 1–2 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Pour in chicken broth and half the sauce, stirring to combine.
  2. Return the chicken to the pan and pour the remaining sauce over the top.
  3. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  4. Add mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
  5. Let sit for 5 minutes before garnishing with green onions and serving hot.

Notes

Timing is key; don’t rush the simmering process to infuse all those flavors beautifully. You can use brown rice for a healthier twist; just adjust cooking time. For extra spice, sprinkle in red pepper flakes while cooking. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.