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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice for Effortless Comfort

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a comforting dish that combines juicy chicken and fluffy rice in a sweet, sticky glaze, ideal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken thighs or breasts Thighs for extra juiciness preferred.
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For searing the chicken.
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped; swap with shallots for milder taste.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; can be skipped if garlic-sensitive.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Rice White or brown rice, adjust liquid and time for brown rice.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth or Water Broth recommended for more flavor.
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Honey BBQ or your favorite.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized cubes and patting dry with paper towels. Season with salt, pepper, and optional spices.
  2. Sear the chicken in a heated skillet with olive oil for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté onion in the same skillet for 2-3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Toast the rice by stirring it into the skillet with the onion and garlic for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add chicken broth or water to the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping any browned bits off the bottom.
  6. Combine the chicken back into the skillet and stir in BBQ sauce; cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Let sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Optionally broil briefly with BBQ sauce for extra caramelization.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and reheating; leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 3 months.

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