Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
A delightful one-pan dinner combining tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a sweet-savory BBQ sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Poultry
Ingredients
- 2 cups of cooked rice
- 1 pound of chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup of honey
- 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for about 6-8 minutes, or until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Mix together the honey and BBQ sauce in a bowl until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet and stir to coat the chicken evenly.
- Add the cooked rice to the skillet, mixing it with the chicken and sauce until all are combined.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, just until everything is heated through.
- Garnish with chopped green onions if desired and serve warm.
Notes
Ensure that the chicken is fully cooked by checking it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).