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A delicious skillet of One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice with golden chicken, flavorful rice, and a sticky-sweet glaze.

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: A Flavorful, Easy Weeknight Meal


  • Author: Erin
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

A flavorful and satisfying one-pan meal featuring tender honey BBQ chicken and perfectly seasoned rice, cooked together for a delicious and easy dinner.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (or brown rice for a healthier option)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in rice and cook for 1 minute to toast slightly.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, honey, BBQ sauce, dried thyme, and dried parsley. Stir well.
  6. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low.
  7. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  8. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  9. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

For a smoky twist, use a hickory or mesquite-flavored BBQ sauce.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: One-Pan
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: chicken, BBQ, rice, one-pan, honey, easy dinner