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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

A quick and delicious one-pan meal featuring honey BBQ chicken and fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts if preferred
  • 1 cup rice white or brown, your choice
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water in a pinch
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce the bolder, the better
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs with paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the chicken and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together honey and BBQ sauce.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. In the same pan, add rice and chicken broth, stirring well.
  5. Nestle the seared chicken back into the skillet and pour the honey BBQ mixture over it.
  6. Cover with a lid and let it simmer on low for about 20 minutes.
  7. After 20 minutes, check the chicken for doneness and ensure the rice is fluffy.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

You can substitute chicken with turkey or tofu. Use leftover rice to skip cooking and just adjust the time accordingly.