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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

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A comforting one-pan meal combining tender chicken, rich honey BBQ sauce, and fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain rice Can use brown rice, but adjust cooking time.
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Choose a good quality BBQ sauce for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables Optional, add during the last cooking step.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the chicken thighs.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear the seasoned chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, mix BBQ sauce, honey, and minced garlic (if using).
  4. In the same skillet, toast uncooked rice for about 1-2 minutes until slightly golden.
Cooking
  1. Add chicken broth and half of the prepared sauce to the rice, stirring well.
  2. Return the seared chicken to the skillet and pour the remaining sauce over the top.
  3. Cover the skillet and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
  4. If using mixed vegetables, add them now, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  5. Let the dish sit for 5 minutes before garnishing with chopped green onions and serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in a microwave or skillet, adding broth if needed.
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