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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice for Effortless Family Dinners

This One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice combines sweet and tangy flavors with tender chicken and colorful veggies for an effortless family dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 540
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs/Breasts Feel free to swap with pork or tofu
For the Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic works too
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Adjust if using fresh onion
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Omit if you prefer a milder flavor
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Consider a homemade sauce for freshness
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be a substitute
For the Base
  • 1 cup Rice Choose between white or brown rice
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a vegetarian substitute
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables e.g., bell peppers, broccoli

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of oil. Season your chicken thighs or breasts generously with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear the chicken for approximately 5 minutes on each side until a beautiful golden-brown crust forms.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey until well combined. Pour this mixture over the seared chicken in the skillet.
  3. Gently stir in the rice, then pour in the chicken broth, mixing everything together until well combined.
  4. Bring the skillet to a simmer, cover it with a lid, and reduce the heat to low. Let it cook for about 20 minutes.
  5. With just 5 minutes left, add your mixed vegetables on top of the rice without stirring.
  6. Once the timer goes off, remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff the rice with a fork.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 540kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure your pan isn't overcrowded for better chicken browning. Adjust liquid slightly if using brown rice. Allow the dish to sit for 5 minutes after cooking for better flavor infusion.

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