One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A flavorful one-pan meal combining honey-glazed chicken, smoky bbq seasonings, and perfectly cooked rice with veggies. Quick, easy, and packed with sweet and smoky flavors ideal for weeknight dinners.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (smoky or spicy variety)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g., peas, carrots, corn)
- Chopped green onions or parsley (optional)
- Cooking oil
Instructions
- Heat skillet over medium heat and coat bottom with oil
- Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper
- Sear chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown (not fully cooked)
- Mix barbecue sauce and honey, then pour over chicken to coat
- Add uncooked rice to skillet
- Add chicken broth and mixed vegetables
- Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 20-25 minutes or until liquid is absorbed
- Garnish with green onions or parsley (optional)
Notes
For extra flavor, use bone-in chicken thighs
Swap vegetable oil for coconut oil if desired
Leftovers store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Can add red bell pepper slices or zucchini for more veggies
Swap vegetable oil for coconut oil if desired
Leftovers store in airtight container for up to 3 days
Can add red bell pepper slices or zucchini for more veggies