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One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Irresistible One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice in Under an Hour

One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick, flavorful dish combining chicken thighs and rice in a sweet and savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for searing
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth enhances flavor
For the Flavor
  • ½ cup honey
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For Garnish (Optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • large oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Pat the chicken thighs dry and season with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and salt.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and sear the chicken thighs for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Deglaze the skillet with chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits.
  6. Stir in honey and BBQ sauce, allowing to simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add uncooked rice to the skillet, stirring to coat it in the sauce.
  8. Nestle the chicken into the rice mixture, ensuring it's partially submerged.
  9. Cover the skillet and bake for 30-35 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
  10. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, ensure chicken is patted dry to achieve a perfect sear. Consider adding your favorite vegetables for added flavor and nutrition.

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