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🍯 One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice – Easy Comfort Food Dinner

If you’re craving a cozy, satisfying meal with minimal cleanup, this One-Pan Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is the answer. Juicy chicken simmered in sweet and smoky BBQ sauce with tender rice — all cooked together in one pan for maximum flavor and easy cleanup.

It’s the perfect weeknight dinner that the whole family will love.

❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• One pan = easy cleanup
• Sweet, smoky, and savory flavor
• Family-friendly comfort food
• Ready in about 40 minutes
• Great for meal prep

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
• 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• ½ cup BBQ sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• ½ cup shredded cheddar (optional)
• Chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Season & Sear

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Sear 3–4 minutes per side until lightly browned (not fully cooked). Remove and set aside.

Step 2: Add Rice

In the same pan, add uncooked rice and stir to coat with flavors. Pour in chicken broth.

Step 3: Sauce It Up

Mix BBQ sauce and honey, then spoon some over the rice. Place chicken back on top and brush remaining sauce over chicken.

Step 4: Simmer

Cover and cook on low heat for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.

Step 5: Finish & Serve

Sprinkle cheese on top (if using), cover for 2 minutes to melt. Garnish with parsley or green onions and serve warm.

⭐ Tips for Perfect Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

• Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
• Add corn or bell peppers for extra texture
• Use brown rice (increase cooking time)
• Let rest 5 minutes before serving

❄️ Storage

Store leftovers in airtight container up to 4 days. Reheat with a splash of broth for moisture.