Description
A simple, one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, savory rice, and a sweet BBQ honey sauce, perfect for busy days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen or fresh)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, sear the seasoned chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey in a small bowl; pour over the chicken.
- Add the rice and chicken broth; stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer; cover and cook on low for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the mixed vegetables on top to steam.
- Let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork and serving.
Notes
This dish pairs nicely with a simple side salad or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: one-pan, honey BBQ chicken, quick meals, family dinners, easy recipes