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One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Recipe

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One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken thighs cooked with savory honey BBQ sauce and fluffy rice all in one pan. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, this recipe combines sweet, smoky, and hearty elements for a satisfying dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Protein:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Grains:

  • 1 cup long-grain rice

Sauce and Seasoning:

  • 1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Garnish:

  • Chopped fresh parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken thighs or breasts dry with paper towels and season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder evenly on both sides.
  2. Sear the chicken: Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large deep skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken pieces and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown but not fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. Add rice: In the same pan, add the uncooked long-grain rice and toast it lightly for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to coat the rice with the chicken fat and oil from the pan.
  4. Combine liquids and sauce: Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth (or water) and the honey BBQ sauce into the pan, stirring to mix well with the rice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  5. Cook together: Return the seared chicken pieces to the pan, nestling them into the rice mixture. Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for about 20-25 minutes until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 74°C).
  6. Rest and garnish: Remove the pan from heat, let it rest covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can use chicken breasts, but thighs tend to stay more tender and juicy.
  • If you prefer spicier flavors, add a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce mixture.
  • Be sure to use a pan with a tight lid to ensure the rice cooks evenly with the steam.
  • For a lower-carb option, substitute cauliflower rice and adjust cooking times accordingly.
  • Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely.

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

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