Description
One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender chicken and fluffy rice, all infused with a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce. This one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also brimming with vibrant flavors that will transport you to comfort food heaven. Perfect for busy evenings, this dish promises minimal cleanup and maximum satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients by chopping onions and mincing garlic.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onions until translucent.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a bowl, mix honey, BBQ sauce, and minced garlic. Pour over the chicken.
- Scatter rice around the chicken and pour in chicken broth. Stir lightly and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pan with a lid, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice absorbs liquid and is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking. You can substitute chicken with tofu or pork and add veggies like bell peppers or corn for extra nutrition.