Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A delicious one-pan meal combining succulent chicken thighs, sweet honey, and smoky BBQ sauce with rice and optional mixed vegetables, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
- 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
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional) Can include any variety for added texture.
- to garnish Chopped green onions
Instructions
Preparation
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, honey, and minced garlic.
Cooking
- In the same pan, toast the uncooked rice for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken broth and half of the sauce. Stir to combine.
- Return the chicken to the pan and pour the remaining sauce over the top.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for 5 more minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Let sit for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Timing is key: ensure the chicken is cooked through before adding veggies to maintain their crunch. Variations include using quinoa or tofu for a different take.