One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice (Printable)

A hearty, family-friendly meal featuring honey BBQ glazed chicken, rice, and vegetables cooked together in a single skillet.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - Salt and pepper to taste
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

→ Sauce

06 - ½ cup barbecue sauce
07 - ¼ cup honey

→ Rice and Vegetables

08 - 1 cup long-grain rice, rinsed
09 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
10 - 1 cup mixed vegetables such as bell peppers, peas, and carrots, fresh or frozen

# Steps:

01 - Combine salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Coat the chicken pieces evenly with the seasoning mixture.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat with a light drizzle of oil. Sear the seasoned chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until lightly browned.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce and honey until fully combined. Pour the glaze over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
04 - Add the rinsed rice and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
05 - Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 20 minutes without disturbing.
06 - Scatter the mixed vegetables over the rice in the final 5 minutes of cooking. Replace the lid and allow the vegetables to steam until the rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
07 - Remove from heat and let the dish stand covered for 5 minutes. Gently fluff the rice with a fork and serve.

# Chef’s Tips:

01 -
  • Everything cooks together, so you only scrub one pan at the end of the night.
  • The honey BBQ glaze soaks into the rice, turning every forkful sweet, smoky, and satisfying.
  • Frozen vegetables work just as well as fresh, making this a pantry-friendly lifesaver.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully and taste even better the next day when the flavors have mingled.
02 -
  • Rinsing the rice is non-negotiable if you want fluffy grains instead of a sticky clump at the bottom of the pan.
  • Don't lift the lid during the twenty-minute simmer, or you'll release the steam the rice needs to cook evenly.
  • If your broth evaporates too quickly, add a splash more and lower the heat to prevent scorching.
03 -
  • A splash of apple cider vinegar in the glaze adds a tangy brightness that cuts through the sweetness and makes the whole dish sing.
  • If you want a little char on the chicken, crank the heat for the last minute of cooking and let the glaze bubble and caramelize at the edges.
  • Use a clear glass lid if you have one so you can check the rice without lifting it and releasing all that precious steam.
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