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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: Your Quick Family Favorite

A delicious one-pan meal packed with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and flavorful honey BBQ sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs/Breasts Substitute with pork or tofu for variation.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite brand or a homemade version.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can also be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh onion is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can replace it if unavailable.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Rice (e.g., long-grain white rice) Ensure it's well measured for best results.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Can be substituted with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables Bell peppers and broccoli enhance nutrition and color.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs or breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the pan and sear for about 5 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together your favorite BBQ sauce and honey until smooth. Pour this delicious mixture over the seared chicken in the skillet, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Let it simmer on medium-low for about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Gently stir in the long-grain white rice and chicken broth, ensuring everything is well combined. Increase the heat to bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cover the skillet with a lid and let it cook for approximately 20 minutes, until the rice is tender.
  4. Layer your mixed vegetables on top of the chicken and rice mixture. Cover the skillet again and let the veggies steam for an additional 5 minutes.
  5. Once the vegetables are tender, remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes with the lid on. Use a fork to fluff the rice gently, combining all the delicious ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow the dish to sit covered for 5 minutes after cooking for a better flavor and texture.

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