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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: Quick 1-Pan Dinner Delight

A quick and delicious one-pan dinner featuring tender chicken thighs cooked in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce, served over fluffy rice with colorful vegetables.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce your favorite brand
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup corn frozen or canned
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until browned.
  4. Pour the BBQ sauce over the chicken, then add the rice and chicken broth. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet and cook for 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the liquid.
  6. Stir in the corn and cover again for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
  7. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a teaspoon of cayenne pepper or a splash of hot sauce to the BBQ sauce.
  • Substitute the chicken thighs with boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner option or use tofu for a vegetarian version.

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