2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
2 cups chicken broth
1 small onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup corn (optional)
½ cup black beans (optional)
Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnishing
Sliced green onions for garnishing
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with spices, and sear for about 5–6 minutes. Remove from pan.
In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and chili flakes; set aside.
In the same pan, melt butter and sauté onion until soft, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Toast the rice for a minute, then pour in chicken broth.
Cover and let simmer for about 12–15 minutes until rice is almost done. Add seared chicken and honey BBQ sauce back in, stir well, cover, and cook for another 5 minutes.
Let sit for 5 minutes, fluff rice with a fork, and garnish with fresh herbs and green onions to serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Serve with roasted veggies or a side salad for a complete meal.