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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice for Easy Family Nights

This One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is ideal for quick family dinners, offering delicious smoky BBQ flavors with tender chicken in just 40 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs or Breasts Choose thighs for extra juiciness.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute fresh garlic to taste if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion can be used sparingly.
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika works in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for best flavor.
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Use your favorite or homemade.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup makes a great vegan substitute.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice Basmati is ideal.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Swap with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables Includes bell peppers, broccoli, or favorites.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Begin by heating a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add your seasoned chicken thighs or breasts and sear them for about 5 minutes per side until they turn a golden-brown color.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together your favorite BBQ sauce with honey until well combined. Pour this mixture over the seared chicken, coating evenly.
  3. Gently stir in the rice along with the chicken broth, mixing thoroughly to combine all ingredients. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Cook for approximately 20 minutes or until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.
  5. With just 5 minutes left, add your mixed vegetables on top of the chicken and rice without stirring. Cover to steam the veggies.
  6. Once cooking is complete, remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice gently and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different proteins and vegetables according to your preferences.

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