One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice (Print Version)

Tender honey BBQ chicken with fluffy rice and colorful vegetables cooked together in one pan for easy cleanup.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - Salt and pepper, to taste
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Sauce

06 - ½ cup BBQ sauce
07 - ¼ cup honey

→ Rice & Vegetables

08 - 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
09 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, peas, carrots; fresh or frozen)

# How to Make It:

01 - Coat chicken pieces evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a light drizzle of oil. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until lightly browned.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce and honey until well combined.
04 - Pour the honey BBQ mixture over the seared chicken and stir to coat evenly.
05 - Add the rinsed rice and chicken broth to the pan, stirring gently to combine all ingredients.
06 - Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 20 minutes.
07 - In the final 5 minutes of cooking, scatter mixed vegetables over the top. Cover and steam until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
08 - Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice gently with a fork before serving.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one pan, so cleanup is as easy as dinner itself.
  • The honey BBQ glaze caramelizes just enough to make plain chicken feel like a celebration.
  • You can toss in whatever vegetables are lurking in your crisper drawer.
  • It's filling enough to satisfy everyone without feeling heavy or complicated.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the rice or you'll end up with a sticky, clumpy mess instead of fluffy grains.
  • If you lift the lid too early, the steam escapes and the rice won't cook evenly.
  • Let the dish rest after cooking, it gives the flavors time to settle and makes serving so much easier.
03 -
  • A splash of apple cider vinegar in the glaze cuts through the sweetness and adds a tangy depth.
  • Use a clear lid if you have one so you can check the liquid level without releasing steam.
  • For a crispier top, pop the uncovered pan under the broiler for 2 minutes after resting.
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