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One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: The Weeknight Wonder

One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
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This One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice brings you juicy, flavorful chicken, fluffy seasoned rice, and a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce, all cooked together in one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s easy, satisfying, and minimizes cleanup without sacrificing big, bold flavors!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs (or Breasts), cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 small Yellow Onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 cup Long-Grain White Rice, rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups Chicken Broth (low sodium recommended)
  • ¾ cup Your Favorite BBQ Sauce
  • ¼ cup Honey
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • ½ tsp Salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ tsp Black Pepper
  • Optional Garnish: Chopped Fresh Parsley or Sliced Green Onions

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add chopped onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and smoked paprika; cook 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add rinsed rice to skillet. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the grains.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce and honey; add to skillet and stir to combine.
  5. Return seared chicken and accumulated juices to the skillet, nestling chicken into the rice mixture. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  6. Cover tightly with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Avoid lifting the lid while cooking.
  7. Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5-10 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

Always rinse your rice to remove excess starch for fluffy grains. Choose your favorite BBQ sauce style—smoky, tangy, or sweet—to tailor the flavor to your preference.

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