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one-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice

One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice for Busy Nights

This One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice recipe is a quick and satisfying meal combining juicy chicken and sticky barbecue sauce over fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful; breasts can be used for leaner meat.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped for any neutral oil.
For the Rice Base
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice Can substitute with brown rice, adjust cooking times.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
For Flavoring
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce Any favorite brand works.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can substitute with maple syrup or agave nectar.
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning.
  • to taste Paprika Essential seasoning.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Honey BBQ Sauce by mixing honey and barbecue sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  3. Generously season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear the chicken in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic, stirring for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  5. Stir in 1 cup of long-grain white rice and cook for about 1 minute while stirring constantly.
  6. Pour in 2 cups of chicken broth and stir to combine. Nestle the seared chicken back into the skillet.
  7. Drizzle the honey BBQ sauce over the chicken and rice mixture. Bring to a gentle boil.
  8. Reduce heat to low and cover the skillet. Simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  9. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes.
  10. Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don't rush the sear for golden brown chicken, adjust times if using brown rice, and consider homemade BBQ sauce for health benefits.

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