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One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken: Your Favorite Dinner Solution

Onepan Honey Bbq Chicken
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This One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a simple yet flavorful meal that combines tender chicken, smoky sweet sauce, and well-seasoned rice, all cooked together effortlessly.

Ingredients

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  • Boneless, skinless chicken (thighs or breasts)
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (honey or smoky style)
  • 2 tablespoons honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (or cooking oil of choice)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetables such as mixed peas, corn, or bell peppers (optional)
  • Green onions or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until golden brown on all sides (about 5–7 minutes). Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent (2–3 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook another minute.
  4. Stir in the uncooked rice and toast it briefly (about a minute) so it picks up flavor.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  6. Return the seared chicken to the skillet, then stir in BBQ sauce (and honey, if using). Mix gently to combine.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 18–20 minutes).
  8. Once done, fluff the rice with a fork, let it rest off the heat for about 5 minutes, then garnish and serve.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness or chicken breasts if preferred.
  • Add vegetables like bell pepper, peas, or corn in step 3 or 4 for added color and nutrition.
  • Use brown rice, but increase the cooking time and liquid accordingly.
  • Try different BBQ sauce flavors (honey, smoky, spicy) to change the taste profile.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro) or green onions to brighten it.

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