Description
Experience the comforting flavors of sweet honey and tangy BBQ sauce in this easy one-pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe. Tender chicken, fragrant rice, and a hint of smokiness create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Rice:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
BBQ Sauce Mixture:
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and garlic until softened.
- Cook Chicken: Add chicken pieces, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned.
- Combine Ingredients: Stir in barbecue sauce and honey. Add rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice is cooked.
- Finish: Stir in peas if using, let sit covered, then fluff with a fork. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For added heat, sprinkle with cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Substitute brown rice for white, adjusting cooking time.
- Leftovers reheat well and can be topped with shredded cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
