One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice
A delicious, easy-to-make dish combining sweet and smoky BBQ flavors with succulent chicken thighs and fluffy rice, all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup rice (preferably long grain)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (like peas and carrots)
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by seasoning the chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Make sure they are well coated.
Browning the Chicken
- In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken thighs and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Cooking the Rice
- In the same pan, add the rice and toast it lightly for 2 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the BBQ sauce and honey. Mix it well to combine all the ingredients.
Simmering
- Place the browned chicken thighs on top of the rice mixture.
- Add the mixed vegetables around the chicken.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is fluffy and the chicken is cooked through.
Finishing Touches
- Once done, fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
To ensure your dish turns out perfectly, don't skip the browning. Use long grain rice for better texture. Adjust liquid levels if necessary and watch the cooking time to avoid dry chicken.