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BBQ Chicken Rice

BBQ Chicken Rice – Comforting One-Pan Meal for All

BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick and easy dish filled with comfort and flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Juicy and forgiving; ideal for oven baking.
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Rice Best texture; holds up under the sauce.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Adds depth of flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Choose variety to taste.
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Adjust for sweetness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Enhances flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Savory depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Contributes smokiness.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For Added Nutrition
  • 1 cup Mixed Vegetables Optional; adds nutrition and color.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions For garnish.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Small Bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Spatula

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, combine BBQ sauce and honey. Mix until smooth.
  3. Toast uncooked long-grain rice in the skillet drippings over medium heat for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour chicken broth and half of the sauce over the rice. Mix well and combine with the chicken back in the skillet.
  5. Cover skillet and let simmer on low heat for 15 minutes. Add mixed vegetables and cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Let BBQ Chicken Rice sit covered for 5 minutes before serving garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 30gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Adjust ingredients based on dietary needs. This recipe is versatile and can include substitutions without compromising flavor.

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