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Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: A Flavor-Packed One-Pan Delight

Enjoy a flavorful one-pan meal with Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a sweet, tangy BBQ twist. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken breasts or thighs diced into even cubes for even cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to enhance the flavors of the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper adds a touch of spice to balance the sweetness.
For the Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil used to sauté the chicken and aromatics for rich flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion chopped to add depth and sweetness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced to infuse the dish with a fragrant aroma.
  • 1 cup Uncooked rice acts as the foundation that absorbs all the delicious flavors.
  • 1.5 cups Chicken broth provides moisture and enhances the rice's savory notes.
  • 0.5 cup Honey BBQ sauce brings that crucial sweet and tangy essence to the dish.
Optional Additions
  • Vegetables like bell peppers or peas, can easily be added for extra nutrition and color.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut the chicken into even cubes, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet, add chicken, and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté onion until soft; add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  4. Add uncooked rice, stir to coat, and toast for 1 minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and honey BBQ sauce, scraping the bottom to combine flavors; return chicken to skillet.
  6. Cover and simmer on low for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Uncover, fluff rice with a fork, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To enhance flavors further, drizzle more BBQ sauce on top before serving.

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