Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A one-pan dish featuring sticky sweet chicken cooked with rice, infused with BBQ sauce and honey for a delicious meal that's quick and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs Use chicken thighs for more flavor and moist meat.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Rice and Sauce
- 1 cup long-grain rice Toast the rice for better texture.
- 2 cups chicken broth Add more broth if needed for firm rice.
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Can skip soy sauce if preferred.
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 clove minced garlic
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional) Add at the end for color and nutrition.
For Garnish
- Chopped green onions For garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic.
- In the same pan, toast the uncooked rice for 1–2 minutes. Add chicken broth and half the sauce. Stir to combine.
- Return the chicken to the pan, pour the remaining sauce over the top.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for 5 more minutes or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
- Let sit for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
If using pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken, skip searing and add the cooked chicken near the end to warm through. Can be made vegetarian by using firm tofu or a meat substitute with vegetable broth.