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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

One pan honey BBQ chicken rice with green onions
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An easy one pan chicken dinner with bold honey BBQ flavors that comes together in under an hour. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • For the Chicken & Marinade:
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Sauce & Rice:
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (like Jasmine or Basmati), rinsed
  • 1 ¾ cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • For Garnish (Optional):
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken. In a medium bowl, toss the cubed chicken with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Sear the Chicken. Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Sauté the Aromatics. In the same skillet, add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Combine Sauce and Rice. Pour rinsed rice into skillet with vegetables. Stir to coat. Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until well combined.
  5. Bake to Perfection. Return seared chicken to skillet, nestling into rice mixture. Bring to simmer, then cover tightly. Transfer to preheated 375°F oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Rest and Serve. Remove from oven and let rest, covered, for 5-10 minutes. Fluff rice with fork, garnish with green onions and parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

Smart Swaps: No chicken broth? Use water with extra ½ teaspoon salt. For spicier kick, use spicy BBQ sauce or add cayenne. Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat with splash of water or broth to keep rice moist.

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