Description

Sweet, smoky, and savory honey BBQ chicken cooks right on top of tender, flavorful rice in one pan for the ultimate comfort-food dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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1 1/2 lb (680 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breasts)

1 tsp kosher salt

1/2 tsp black pepper

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1 tbsp olive oil

1 medium yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 cup / 150 g)

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 1/2 cups (300 g) long-grain white rice, rinsed and drained

3 cups (720 ml) low-sodium chicken broth

1/2 cup (120 ml) BBQ sauce

3 tbsp (63 g) honey

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce (optional)

1 cup (150 g) frozen corn

1/2 cup (75 g) red bell pepper, diced (optional)

2 tbsp sliced green onions, for garnish

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Instructions

1) Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

2) Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 2–3 minutes per side until lightly browned. Transfer to a plate.

3) Reduce heat to medium. Add diced onion and cook 3–4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook 30 seconds.

4) Stir in rinsed rice and toast 1–2 minutes.

5) Add chicken broth, BBQ sauce, honey, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce (optional). Stir well and scrape up browned bits.

6) Bring to a gentle simmer. Nestle chicken into the rice. Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook 18–20 minutes, until rice is tender and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

7) During the last 5 minutes, stir in corn and diced bell pepper. Cover again to heat through.

8) Remove from heat and rest 5 minutes (covered). Fluff rice, garnish with green onions, and serve.

Notes

If your BBQ sauce is very sweet, reduce honey to 2 tbsp (42 g).

If rice needs more time and the pan looks dry, add 1/4 cup (60 ml) broth or water, cover, and cook 3–5 more minutes.

For chicken breasts, start checking doneness early; remove at 165°F (74°C) and let rice finish if needed.

Mouthwatering One Pan Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice Comfort Food Craving

Sweet, smoky honey BBQ chicken simmers over tender, flavor-packed rice in one pan for an easy comfort-food dinner with minimal cleanup.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes