Honey BBQ Chicken Rice – The Best 1-Pan Family Dinner
Discover the ultimate weeknight meal with Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, a delightful one-pan dinner that combines tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice in a sweet and savory honey BBQ sauce. This recipe is perfect for busy families, providing a comforting dish that can be prepared in under 30 minutes. With just one skillet to clean, you can enjoy more time with your loved ones at the dinner table. The best part? It’s easily customizable with your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it a versatile option for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup mixed vegetables
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear seasoned chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Mix BBQ sauce and honey in a bowl; set aside.
- Toast uncooked rice in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes while stirring.
- Pour in chicken broth and half of the BBQ-honey mixture; stir to combine.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet; cover and let simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.
- If adding vegetables, toss them in the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Let sit for 5 minutes off heat before serving; garnish with chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 115mg