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Delicious Honey BBQ Chicken served over rice with a flavorful glaze.

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

A delightful dish featuring tender chicken thighs with the savory sweetness of honey and BBQ sauce, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain rice Can substitute with brown rice or quinoa.
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional) Use any mixed vegetables available.
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, coating evenly.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine half of the BBQ sauce with honey.
  4. In the same skillet, toast the uncooked rice for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and stir in half of the BBQ sauce mixture. Return the chicken to the skillet and drizzle with the remaining BBQ sauce.
  6. Cover the skillet and let it simmer over low heat for 15 minutes.
  7. After 15 minutes, add in mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with chopped green onions.

Notes

For storage, keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Add a splash of chicken broth when reheating to prevent drying out. This dish also freezes well.