Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice – The Best 1-Pan Family Dinner is the perfect weeknight solution for families craving a hearty and flavorful meal. This easy one-pan dish combines tender chicken thighs with fluffy rice, all enveloped in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce. Not only is it a breeze to prepare, but it also offers minimal cleanup, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings or family gatherings. With colorful vegetables mixed in, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious, ensuring everyone at the table leaves satisfied.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 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
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat; sear chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, mix BBQ sauce and honey.
- Toast uncooked rice in the same skillet for 1–2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and half of the BBQ honey mixture to the skillet; stir well.
- Return seared chicken to the pan and pour remaining BBQ sauce over top.
- Cover and simmer on low for about 15 minutes.
- If using mixed vegetables, add them after 15 minutes; cover and cook for an additional 5 minutes until rice is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 685mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg