Honey BBQ Chicken Rice – The Best 1-Pan Dinner for Families
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is the ultimate one-pan family dinner that can be prepared in just 50 minutes. This dish combines tender chicken, flavorful BBQ sauce, and fluffy rice for a meal everyone will love.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 pound chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, and place them in the skillet.
- Cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add the rice to the skillet, followed by the chicken broth and BBQ sauce.
- Stir well to combine, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- If using, add mixed vegetables during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- Remove from heat and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish is great for meal prep and can be made ahead of time.
- Feel free to substitute with your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, family dinner, one-pan meals