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Simple Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

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A quick and easy honey BBQ chicken recipe served over fluffy rice, perfect for family dinners and busy weeknights. Tender chicken glazed in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce makes a comforting and flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup (185g) white or brown rice (jasmine preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) BBQ sauce (smoky and tangy)
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) honey (raw or organic preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15ml) olive oil or vegetable oil
  • Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Measure out 1 cup (185g) of rice and cook according to package directions (about 15-20 minutes).
  2. Pat dry 1 lb (450g) of chicken breasts or thighs and season lightly with salt, pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon (15ml) of olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Place chicken pieces in the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes on one side without moving them. Flip and cook another 5 minutes until golden brown and nearly cooked through. For thicker thighs, add 1-2 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat to low and pour in 1/2 cup (120ml) BBQ sauce and 3 tablespoons (45ml) honey. Stir gently to coat each piece, then cover the pan and let simmer for 4-5 minutes to finish cooking and soak up flavors.
  6. Fluff cooked rice with a fork and plate it. Slice or shred the chicken if desired, spoon the honey BBQ sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley or green onions. Serve warm.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to loosen it. Rest the chicken a few minutes before slicing to lock in juices. For gluten-free, ensure BBQ sauce is gluten-free. For low-carb, substitute rice with cauliflower rice.

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