One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice (Printable)

Tender honey BBQ chicken with fluffy rice and veggies cooks together in one skillet for a quick, satisfying meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - Salt and pepper to taste
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Sauce

06 - ½ cup BBQ sauce
07 - ¼ cup honey

→ Rice and Vegetables

08 - 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
09 - 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
10 - 1 cup mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, peas, and carrots, fresh or frozen

# Steps:

01 - Coat chicken pieces evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a light drizzle of oil. Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until lightly browned.
03 - Whisk together BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl until fully combined.
04 - Pour the honey BBQ mixture over the seared chicken and stir to coat evenly.
05 - Stir in the rinsed rice and chicken broth, mixing gently to combine all components.
06 - Bring mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 20 minutes undisturbed.
07 - Scatter mixed vegetables over the top in the final 5 minutes of cooking. Replace cover and steam until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
08 - Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one pan, so theres barely any cleanup when youre already exhausted.
  • The honey BBQ glaze soaks into the rice and turns every bite sweet, smoky, and satisfying.
  • You can toss in whatever vegetables are hiding in your freezer and still end up with something colorful and complete.
02 -
  • Dont skip rinsing the rice or youll end up with a sticky, clumpy mess instead of fluffy grains.
  • If you lift the lid too often while the rice cooks, steam escapes and the texture suffers, so resist the urge to peek.
  • Let the dish rest after cooking so the rice finishes absorbing any remaining liquid and the flavors settle.
03 -
  • Use a skillet with a tight fitting lid so no steam escapes and the rice cooks evenly.
  • If your BBQ sauce is very thick, thin it slightly with a teaspoon of water so it coats the chicken smoothly.
  • Taste the rice before serving and adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt or a drizzle of extra honey if needed.
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