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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

This delightful dish combines juicy chicken with sweet and tangy BBQ sauce, fluffy rice, and nutritious mixed vegetables—all cooked in a single skillet, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth Can substitute with water
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce Adjust for different flavor profiles.
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh) Feel free to swap for other vegetables.
Seasonings
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season your chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  3. Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until it’s beautifully browned.
Cooking
  1. While your chicken is cooking, whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl to create a glaze.
  2. Once the chicken is browned, pour the BBQ sauce and honey mixture over it in the skillet.
  3. Add the rice and chicken broth to the skillet, and stir everything together.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover the skillet, and reduce the heat to low.
  5. Allow it to cook for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
  6. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle your mixed vegetables on top to steam.
  7. After cooking, let the dish sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork and serving.

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with a light salad or crusty bread. For extra flair, serve with a side of coleslaw for that classic BBQ experience. To store leftovers, keep it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.