One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A delicious, easy one-pan meal combining chicken, rice, honey, and BBQ sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For the cooking base
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Cooking oil for sautéing
- 1 cup Diced onions For flavor
- 3 cloves Minced garlic For additional flavor
For the main dish
- 1 pound Chicken breast, diced Main protein source
- 1 cup Uncooked rice Base of the dish
- 1/2 cup Honey For sweetness
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce For tang and flavor
- 1 teaspoon Salt Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Seasoning
- 2 cups Chicken broth For cooking rice
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add the diced onions and minced garlic; sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
- Add the diced chicken; cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through.
Cooking
- Stir in the uncooked rice, honey, BBQ sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour in the chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove the lid and fluff the rice with a fork before serving.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different types of rice, and include vegetables such as bell peppers or peas halfway through cooking for added flavor and nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.