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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

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A flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken and rice simmered in a bold honey BBQ sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 1½ lbs)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
  • 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • ½ cup honey BBQ sauce
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder.
  3. Place chicken in skillet and sear 3–4 minutes per side until golden; transfer to a plate.
  4. Add diced onion to the pan and sauté 2–3 minutes until softened; stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds more.
  5. Pour in rice, chicken broth, honey BBQ sauce, and water; stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
  6. Nestle the chicken thighs back into the rice mixture, cover, and reduce heat to low.
  7. Cook covered for 18–20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  8. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes; fluff rice with a fork.
  9. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use chicken breasts if you prefer leaner meat—reduce cook time by 2–3 minutes.
  • For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne or sliced jalapeños.
  • Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Swap white rice for brown rice—but increase liquid to 1¾ cups and cook 10 minutes longer.

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Keywords: honey BBQ chicken rice, one-pan dinner, easy weeknight meal

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