Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A delightful dish combining the sweetness of honey and the tanginess of BBQ sauce with tender chicken thighs served over flavorful rice.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice Other rice types can be used
- 2 cups chicken broth For extra flavor
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Choose your favorite brand
- 1/4 cup honey For sweetness
- 1 tsp garlic powder Adds flavor
- 1 tsp onion powder Adds flavor
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup mixed vegetables Optional for additional nutrition
- to taste Chopped green onions For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Mix BBQ sauce and honey in a bowl.
Cooking
- In the same skillet, toast the uncooked rice for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add half of the BBQ-honey mixture.
- Return chicken to the skillet and drizzle the remaining BBQ mixture over it.
- Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add mixed vegetables (if using) and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Finishing Touches
- Let the dish rest covered for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
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Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the BBQ-honey sauce beforehand. This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer. Add a splash of chicken broth or water while reheating to maintain moisture.