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one pan bold honey bbq chicken rice

One Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

A delightful one-pan dish combining smoky, sweet, and tangy flavors with tender chicken and cooked rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Honey BBQ Sauce
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for heat)
For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/2 cup corn (optional)
  • 1/2 cup black beans (optional)
For Garnishing
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro
  • Sliced green onions

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and season with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Sear for about 5–6 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and chili flakes. Set aside for later use.
Cook the Rice
  1. In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the diced onion until soft.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in the uncooked rice and let it toast for a minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, ensuring to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom for extra flavor.
  5. Cover and let simmer for about 12-15 minutes, until the rice is almost done.
Combine Everything
  1. Add the cooked chicken back into the pan along with the honey BBQ sauce.
  2. Stir well, cover, and cook for another 5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld together.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro, and sliced green onions.
  3. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or broth.