Description
One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a delightful dish that brings together smoky, sweet, and savory flavors in a single pan. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken cooked with aromatic spices, vibrant vegetables, and fluffy rice coated in a delicious honey BBQ glaze. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, it’s sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain rice (or jasmine rice)
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mixed colors)
- 2 green onions, sliced thinly (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Chop bell peppers and mince garlic.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and sear until golden brown on both sides.
- Add aromatics: Stir in minced garlic and bell peppers; cook until fragrant.
- Combine rice: Mix in the rice until well-coated with the flavors.
- Pour in liquids: Add chicken broth and BBQ sauce; bring to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally.
- Cover and cook: Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and let it cook for about 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Finish: Fluff the rice with a fork, drizzle with honey if desired, and top with sliced green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg