Savory Honey BBQ Chicken Rice for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe is a deliciously easy one-pan meal that's perfect for busy weeknights, delivering sweet and smoky flavors everyone will love.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 portions

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs or skinless chicken breasts for quick cooking

For the Rice

2 cups Rice white or brown rice

For the Glaze

1/3 cup Honey raw honey offers the richest flavor
1/2 cup BBQ Sauce homemade or store-bought based on preference
2 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
2 cloves Garlic freshly minced

For the Veggies

2 cups Mixed Vegetables frozen mixed vegetables for convenience

Equipment

baking dish
mixing bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and freshly minced garlic. Stir until smooth and glossy.
Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
Toss the chicken thighs in half of the prepared glaze and arrange them in the baking dish. Pour the remaining glaze over the chicken.
Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
Allow the chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the glazed chicken over fluffy rice, letting the grains soak up the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze in portions for up to 3 months.

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