Description
A delicious and easy one-pan meal featuring tender honey BBQ chicken nestled in flavorful rice with mixed vegetables, all cooked to perfection in a savory broth.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
Grains
- 1 cup long-grain rice
Liquids
- 2 cups chicken broth
Sauces
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your choice)
- 1/4 cup honey
Spices
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
Garnish
- Chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
- Season and Sear Chicken: Heat a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat. Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Toast Rice: In the same pan, add the uncooked rice and toast for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently. Pour in chicken broth, stir in BBQ sauce and honey.
- Cook Chicken and Rice: Return chicken to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture. Bring to a gentle boil, then simmer covered for 15 minutes.
- Add Vegetables: Sprinkle mixed vegetables over the rice. Cover and continue cooking for 5 more minutes until rice is tender and chicken is fully cooked.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from heat, let sit for 5 minutes, fluff rice, garnish with green onions or parsley, and serve hot!
Notes
- Ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F/74°C for safe consumption.
- You can customize the vegetables based on your preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, one-pan meal, chicken and rice recipe, easy dinner recipe
