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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Recipe

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Recipe
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This Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe is a flavorful and satisfying one-pan meal that combines tender chicken, savory BBQ sauce, sweet honey, and aromatic spices with fluffy rice and colorful vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

Rice:

  • 1 cup long-grain rice

Broth Mixture:

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Vegetables and Garnish:

  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
  • Chopped green onions or parsley

Instructions

  1. Heat the Pan: Heat a large skillet or deep pan over medium heat.
  2. Season Chicken: Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sear Chicken: Add a drizzle of oil to the pan and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  4. Toasting Rice: In the same pan, add the uncooked rice and toast it for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  5. Broth Mixture: Pour in the chicken broth, then stir in the BBQ sauce and honey.
  6. Add Chicken: Return the seared chicken to the pan, nestling it into the rice mixture.
  7. Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  8. Add Vegetables: After 15 minutes, sprinkle the mixed vegetables over the rice. Cover again and continue cooking for 5 more minutes.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley, and serve hot!

Notes

  • You can customize the vegetables based on your preferences.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the dish by varying the amount of honey and BBQ sauce.
  • Feel free to add extra spices or herbs for more flavor.

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Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, One-Pan Meal, Easy Dinner Recipe

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