Description
One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice combines juicy chicken thighs with fluffy rice, all cooked together in a single skillet for a fast, no‑mess dinner. The sweet honey and tangy barbecue sauce create a rich glaze that coats each bite, while garlic powder and onion powder add depth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe serves four and delivers balanced protein, carbs, and flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights, meal‑prep, or casual family meals.Top with fresh cilantro for a bright finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the chicken on both sides for 5‑7 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside. Add rice to the same skillet and stir for 1 minute to toast. Pour in chicken broth, honey, and barbecue sauce, stirring to combine and bring to a simmer. Return the chicken to the skillet, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Fluff rice, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve warm.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the sauce. Brown rice can be used with additional broth and longer cooking time. Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One‑Pan
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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