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Close-up of sliced chicken breast coated in glossy honey BBQ sauce served over fluffy rice in a pan. One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice.

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

This easy one-pan honey BBQ chicken and rice skillet is ready in 40 minutes. It is a simple meal solution for busy families looking for quick, flavorful dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Chicken, Dinner, Lunch, Main Course, Rice
Cuisine: American, Korean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts Thighs offer more flavor and moisture; breasts are leaner.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • optional Oil for sautéing
  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce of your choice Honey BBQ recommended.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil if using. Sear the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden. The chicken does not need to be fully cooked at this stage.
  3. Stir in the rice and toast it for about 1 minute.
  4. Add 2 cups chicken broth. Scrape the bottom of the pan and bring the liquid to a light boil.
  5. Stir in ½ cup of BBQ sauce evenly.
  6. Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Remove the skillet from the heat, fluff the rice, and slice or shred the chicken as you prefer. Serve immediately.

Notes

This recipe came from a busy Wednesday when I needed a quick, special meal for my family. Using just one pan, it created a delicious dish that brought everyone to the table.

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