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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Recipe

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This One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a flavorful and convenient dish combining tender seared chicken thighs, smoky barbecue sauce, and sweet honey cooked with long-grain rice and mixed vegetables all in one skillet. It’s perfect for a hearty weeknight dinner that requires minimal cleanup and delivers balanced, satisfying flavors in just 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Grains

  • 1 cup long-grain rice

Liquids and Sauces

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • ¼ cup honey

Vegetables

  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season and Sear Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, season the chicken thighs or breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Place the chicken in the skillet and sear for about 5 minutes on each side until the exterior is golden brown and slightly crispy.
  2. Prepare Honey BBQ Sauce: While the chicken sears, whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl until well combined. Pour this sweet and tangy mixture evenly over the seared chicken in the skillet.
  3. Add Rice and Broth: Add the uncooked long-grain rice to the skillet, then pour in the chicken broth. Stir gently to combine the rice with the sauce and broth, making sure it’s evenly distributed.
  4. Simmer and Cook Rice: Bring the skillet to a gentle simmer, then cover with a lid. Reduce the heat to low and let everything cook for about 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
  5. Steam Vegetables: During the last 5 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the mixed vegetables evenly over the top without stirring, then cover again to steam them along with the rice and chicken.
  6. Rest and Serve: Once cooking is complete, remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the rice to finish steaming. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve the dish warm.

Notes

  • You can use either chicken thighs or breasts depending on your preference; thighs provide more juiciness while breasts are leaner.
  • Frozen mixed vegetables work well and save prep time, but fresh veggies can add extra crunch and color.
  • Adjust BBQ sauce and honey quantities to taste if you prefer sweeter or tangier flavors.
  • If you don’t have smoked paprika, regular paprika can be substituted, though smoky depth may be milder.
  • Ensure the skillet has a tight-fitting lid to properly steam the rice and vegetables.
  • For a gluten-free meal, ensure the BBQ sauce is certified gluten free.

Keywords: BBQ chicken, one-pan meal, honey BBQ chicken, chicken and rice, easy dinner, skillet recipe, weeknight dinner

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