One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A delightful fusion of flavors with tender chicken, sweet honey, and robust BBQ sauce cooked with creamy rice and optional vegetables, all in one pan for easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Choose high-quality chicken for best results.
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Feel free to vary the type of BBQ sauce used.
- 1 cup rice (white or brown) Consider jasmine or basmati rice for a twist.
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional) Such as bell peppers or broccoli.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Sear the chicken breasts in the pan for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden-brown, then remove from the pan.
- Add the rice to the pan and stir for about a minute to absorb flavors.
- Pour in the chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey, and stir to ensure the rice is coated.
- Place the seared chicken on top of the rice mixture.
Cooking
- Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes.
- Add the vegetables in the last 5 minutes of cooking.
Serving
- Serve the chicken over the rice with remaining sauce drizzled on top.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
To store leftovers, place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.