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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: Your Next Easy Weeknight Winner

Delight in this Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, an easy weeknight dish that's customizable and delicious.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken (breast or thigh) You can substitute with turkey or tofu for a lighter option.
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey Feel free to use maple syrup for a vegan alternative.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite brand or try homemade.
For the Base
  • 1 cup Rice (white or brown) Brown rice needs more liquid and takes longer to cook.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth or water Opt for vegetable broth for a vegetarian dish.
For the Veggies
  • 2 cups Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini) Feel free to swap with any seasonal veggies you have.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
  1. Begin by gathering all the ingredients for your Honey BBQ Chicken Rice. Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces, and chop your chosen vegetables, such as bell peppers and zucchini. Measure out one cup of rice and ensure you have your chicken broth or water ready.
  2. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the cut chicken pieces and sauté for about 5 minutes until they turn golden brown and are no longer pink in the center.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked, stir in the honey and your favorite BBQ sauce. Sauté for another 2 minutes, ensuring the chicken is well-coated.
  4. Add the measured rice to the skillet and pour in the chicken broth or water. Stir well to combine, then allow the mixture to come to a gentle boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
  6. After the rice has cooked, stir in the chopped vegetables. Cover and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
  7. Once everything is cooked through, serve your Honey BBQ Chicken Rice hot, garnished with fresh herbs or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This delicious Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is versatile and can be customized with your choice of seasonal vegetables or BBQ sauce.

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