Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice
A comforting one-pan meal featuring juicy chicken thighs coated in a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce, fluffy rice, and hints of garlic and onion.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful. Can substitute with chicken breasts.
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil Use extra virgin for best flavor.
- 1.5 cups Long-Grain White Rice Fluffy texture that absorbs broth; brown rice can be used but may alter cooking time.
- 3 cups Chicken Broth or Water Using broth adds depth of flavor.
- 1 cup Barbecue Sauce
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 1 medium Onion Chopped.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients and preheat your oven.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Sauté the chicken until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pan, stirring frequently until they become translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the long-grain white rice and toast it slightly for 1-2 minutes to enhance the nutty flavor.
- Pour in the chicken broth and add barbecue sauce along with honey. Stir well.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the pan and transfer it to a preheated oven. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the rice is cooked through.
Notes
Monitor the chicken's internal temperature; it should reach 165°F for safe consumption. If the rice isn’t fluffy, add a bit more broth and cover to steam for an additional 5 minutes. This dish can be customized with different sauces and vegetables.