Description
This One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a flavor-packed dish featuring juicy chicken, smoky BBQ sauce, and perfectly seasoned rice—all cooked in one pan for a hassle-free meal! It’s an easy homemade recipe that delivers bold, sweet, and smoky flavors in every bite. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas, healthy recipes easy, or high-protein recipes for dinner, this dish is a must-try!
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Grains:
- 1 cup long-grain rice
Liquids:
- 2 cups chicken broth
Sauces:
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 1/4 cup honey
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables:
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
Step 1: Sear the Chicken
- Heat a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add a drizzle of oil to the pan and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Rice
- In the same pan, add the uncooked rice and toast it for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the BBQ sauce and honey.
Step 3: Simmer Everything Together
- Return the seared chicken to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
Step 4: Add the Vegetables
- After 15 minutes, sprinkle the mixed vegetables over the rice.
- Cover again and continue cooking for 5 more minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked (internal temp of 165°F/74°C).
Step 5: Serve & Garnish
- Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley, and serve hot!
Notes
- Use long-grain rice for the best texture—short-grain may become mushy.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey based on your preference.
- For extra smokiness, use a mesquite or hickory BBQ sauce.
- Swap the protein—this recipe works well with shrimp, tofu, or even beef!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg