Honey BBQ Chicken Rice – The Best 1-Pan Family Dinner
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a delightful one-pan meal that brings together tender chicken thighs, flavorful rice, and a luscious honey BBQ sauce, all cooked in just one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable, allowing you to incorporate your favorite vegetables or spices. With its sweet and savory flavors, even the pickiest of eaters will be asking for seconds. Enjoy minimal cleanup while savoring this deliciously comforting dinner that the whole family will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, toast uncooked rice for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and half of the BBQ-honey sauce mixture; stir to combine.
- Return chicken to the skillet and pour remaining sauce over it. Cover and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
- If using vegetables, add them now and cook for an additional 5 minutes until everything is tender.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before serving; garnish with chopped green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 110mg