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One Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

One Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice for Effortless Dinners

One Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a delicious and easy meal perfect for family dinners, combining juicy chicken and flavorful rice.
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Prep Time 10 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
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Thighs or Breasts Thighs for juiciness, breasts for leaner option.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Use your favorite variety.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Rice (Long-grain or Brown Rice) Brown rice requires longer cooking time.
For Flavoring
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Extra Nutrition (Optional)
  • 1 cup Vegetables (Zucchini, Asparagus, etc.) Add fresh veggies for extra nutrition.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces and placing them in a bowl. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Place the seasoned chicken pieces in the pan, allowing them to brown for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium and stir in minced garlic, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour in the honey and BBQ sauce, stirring to coat the chicken pieces. Allow the mixture to bubble gently for about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the rice and any optional vegetables. Pour in water or broth to cover the rice, then give everything a good mix.
  6. Cover the skillet and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat. Cook undisturbed for about 20-25 minutes until the rice is tender.
  7. Once the cooking time is up, remove the skillet from heat and let it rest for about 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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