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Delicious Honey BBQ Chicken served over rice, garnished with fresh herbs.

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

A quick and effortless one-pan dish featuring juicy chicken thighs in a tangy-sweet sauce served over fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sprinkle chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, and minced garlic.
  4. In the same pan, toast the uncooked rice for 1–2 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Pour in chicken broth and half the sauce, stirring to combine.
  2. Return the chicken to the pan and pour the remaining sauce over the top.
  3. Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  4. Add mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
Finishing Touch
  1. Let sit for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Add a splash of broth when reheating if needed.