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Easy Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Skillet – Quick Family Dinner Recipe

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Experience the ultimate weeknight hack: tender, seasoned chicken and savory, toasted long-grain rice, all swimming in sweet Honey BBQ sauce. Quick skillet cooking ensures flavor depth.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (diced into 1-inch cubes)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 medium yellow onion (diced)
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup store-bought BBQ sauce (e.g., original or hickory flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Season the diced chicken with salt, pepper, and the garlic powder and smoked paprika. Cook the chicken until it is browned on all sides and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Reduce the heat to medium. Add the diced onion to the same skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the uncooked white rice to the skillet and toast for 1 minute, stirring continuously to coat the grains in the remaining oil and chicken residue.
  3. Step 3: Pour the chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet tightly and simmer for 15-18 minutes, or until all the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender.
  4. Step 4: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in the BBQ sauce and the honey until the sauce is evenly distributed and coats the chicken and rice.
  5. Step 5: Continue to cook, uncovered, for an additional 2-3 minutes over low heat to allow the sauce to heat through and slightly thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving immediately.

Notes

  • Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, ensuring you cool the skillet down quickly once dinner is finished.
  • If reheating, sprinkle individual servings with a tablespoon of water or extra broth before microwaving or warming on the stovetop to restore moisture and keep the rice tender.
  • Brighten up this rich, savory dish by topping it with a handful of chopped fresh chives or parsley, and serving alongside a simple, crunchy side salad.
  • For the best texture and depth of flavor, make sure you actively toast the rice grains for a full minute in Step 2 to absorb the residual oil and savory bits left from the chicken.
  • Author: alanya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 510
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Protein: 22g

Find it online: https://yummyplatess.com/easy-honey-bbq-chicken-rice-skillet-quick-family-dinner-recipe/