Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Recipe
A flavorful one-pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe featuring tender seared chicken thighs simmered with aromatic spices, sweet honey, and tangy BBQ sauce, cooked together with long-grain rice and optional mixed vegetables for a comforting and easy meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasonings
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Rice and Broth
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
Sauce
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 clove minced garlic
Additional
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, coat the chicken thighs evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, ensuring all sides are well seasoned.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a little oil if needed. Sear the chicken thighs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until they turn golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside temporarily.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Stir well to blend all flavors.
- Toast the Rice: In the same skillet, add the uncooked rice and toast it for 1 to 2 minutes while stirring continuously to prevent burning and to bring out a nutty flavor.
- Add Broth and Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and half of the prepared BBQ-honey sauce into the skillet with the toasted rice. Stir to combine everything evenly.
- Return the Chicken: Place the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet on top of the rice mixture. Pour the remaining BBQ sauce over the chicken.
- Simmer: Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer gently for 15 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the liquid and the chicken to cook through.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in the mixed vegetables if using, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Rest and Garnish: Remove the skillet from heat and let the dish sit, covered, for 5 minutes to settle the flavors. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use homemade or your favorite BBQ sauce.
- Mixed vegetables such as peas, carrots, and corn work well in this recipe.
- Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before serving.
- You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts, but thighs provide more moisture and flavor.
- This recipe can be adapted to use brown rice; just increase the simmering time accordingly.
Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, One-Pan Dinner, Chicken Thighs, BBQ Sauce, Easy Chicken Recipes, Weeknight Dinner
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