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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Honey BBQ chicken rice in a skillet topped with sliced green onions and melted cheddar cheese
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A delicious one-pan meal with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce. An easy, crowd-pleasing weeknight dinner ready in about 35 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside on a plate.
  2. In the same skillet, cook diced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
  3. Add uncooked rice to the skillet and stir for 1 minute to toast lightly.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, honey BBQ sauce, and soy sauce. Add smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
  5. Return browned chicken to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes, until rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed.
  6. Remove from heat and let rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff rice with a fork. Sprinkle shredded cheddar on top if using and let melt for 1 minute. Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • Toasting the rice before adding liquid keeps the grains fluffy and separate. Do not skip this step.
  • Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breasts for a juicier, richer result.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne or use a spicy BBQ sauce if you prefer more heat.
  • For extra vegetables, stir in corn, peas, or diced carrots along with the bell pepper.
  • If rice is still firm after 20 minutes, add 2-3 tablespoons of broth, cover, and cook on low for 5 more minutes without lifting the lid.

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