Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, a one-pan meal that brings together tender chicken, smoky BBQ sauce, and seasoned rice for a quick and satisfying dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with protein and essential nutrients from mixed vegetables. In just 35 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that will impress your family and friends. Customize it with your favorite ingredients for an added personal touch, making it a versatile option for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the chicken in oil for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Set aside.
- In the same pan, toast the uncooked rice for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
- Pour in chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey; stir to combine.
- Nestle the seared chicken into the rice mixture and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables on top; cover again and cook for another 5 minutes until everything is cooked through.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and garnishing with green onions or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg