One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A quick and easy one-pan meal combining the delicious flavors of honey and BBQ sauce with chicken and rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
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
- Sear the seasoned chicken in a large skillet over medium heat for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl; pour this mixture over the chicken.
- Add the rice and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Bring everything to a simmer, then cover and cook on low for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Add the mixed vegetables on top during the last 5 minutes of cooking to steam.
- Let the dish sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork and serving.
Notes
Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh herbs for added flavor.