Quick & Healthy Honey BBQ Chicken Rice for Busy Weeknights

Quick & Healthy Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a comforting one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights, bursting with flavor and easily customizable.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Chicken Thighs Substitute with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be used for a punchier flavor.
1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can be omitted for an onion-free dish.
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Use regular paprika if unavailable.
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Rice

1 cup Long-Grain Rice Substitute with brown rice for added fiber.
2 cups Chicken Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.

For the Sauce

1 cup BBQ Sauce Choose spicy or sweet varieties based on preference.
1/4 cup Honey Adjust the amount for desired sweetness level.

For Optional Add-Ins

1 cup Mixed Vegetables Fresh or frozen varieties can be used.

Equipment

Skillet

Method

Instructions

Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
In a bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, and minced garlic.
In the same skillet, lightly toast uncooked rice for 1-2 minutes.
Add chicken broth and half the sauce to the toasted rice. Stir, then add chicken back to the pan and pour remaining sauce over. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
Stir in mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
Allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle fresh parsley before serving.

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