One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice
Creamy, juicy, and full of sweet-and-savory flavor, One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice is the kind of dinner that feels like a warm hug after a long day.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Large Pan
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
Grains
- 1 cup Long-grain white rice Rinsed under cold water until clear
Liquids
- 2 cups Chicken broth Room temperature
- 1/2 cup Honey BBQ sauce Room temperature
Fats
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil For searing
Spices
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- Salt and pepper To taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Make sure the pan is hot before adding the chicken so it sears nicely.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
- Add the chicken to the pan and sear until browned, about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally so pieces brown on all sides but are not fully cooked through.
- Pour in the chicken broth and stir in the rice and honey BBQ sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the pan for extra flavor.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through. Check once halfway through and give a gentle stir to prevent sticking.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and serve the chicken on top. Garnish as desired with sliced green onions, chopped parsley, or shredded cheese.
Notes
For deeper flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of broth after searing chicken, scraping brown bits into the sauce.