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Plate of Honey-BBQ Chicken with rice and mixed veggies

Honey-BBQ Chicken with Rice and Veggies

A quick one-skillet dinner of juicy chicken with a sticky-sweet glaze, tender rice, and bright veggies, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts Thighs = more forgiving; breasts = leaner
  • 1 cup long-grain rice (uncooked) Rinse briefly for extra-fluffy grains
  • 2 cups chicken broth For more flavor; water will work in a pinch
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Choose reduced-sodium if desired
  • 1/4 cup honey Used to glaze the chicken
  • 1 cup mixed vegetables Frozen peas and carrots or fresh diced bell pepper and corn
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat the chicken dry. Sprinkle both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of oil. When the oil shimmers, place the chicken in the skillet. Sear 4 to 6 minutes per side until browned.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce and honey until smooth. Pour the glaze over the seared chicken, coating each piece.
Cooking
  1. Add the rice to the skillet, then pour in the chicken broth. Stir once or twice to distribute the rice around the pan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat to the smallest flame. Cover the skillet and cook about 20 minutes, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
  3. In the last 5 minutes of cooking, scatter the mixed vegetables evenly over the top. Replace the lid and finish cooking.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork. Slice or shred the chicken, then stir everything together before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

Serve straight from the skillet for casual family style. Garnish with chopped green onions or a squeeze of lime to brighten the dish. For a fuller plate, offer a crisp green salad or roasted root vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days.

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