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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Try this One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe for a quick, flavorful dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs provides hearty protein
For the Cooking Base
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for searing and sautéing
  • 1 medium onion brings sweetness and depth
  • 2 cloves garlic adds essential aromatic flavor
For the Rice
  • 1 cup rice white or brown
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water for moisture
For the Flavor
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce honey BBQ or your favorite
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Cut the boneless skinless chicken into bite-sized cubes, pat dry, and season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder or smoked paprika.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and sauté for 5–7 minutes until browned but not fully cooked. Transfer to a plate.
  3. Add more olive oil if needed, then sauté chopped onion for 2–3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in rinsed rice, ensuring each grain is coated with oil. Toast rice for 1–2 minutes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, scraping any bits from the skillet. Return the chicken to the pan with BBQ sauce. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes.
  6. Check that rice is cooked and chicken is tender. Fluff rice with a fork and let sit off heat for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 32gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Add moisture when reheating to retain texture.

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