One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
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1 cup long-grain white rice
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1 cup BBQ sauce (honey or smoky style)
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1/2 onion, chopped
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2 garlic cloves, minced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cups chicken broth or water
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or hot sauce for extra sweetness or heat
# Steps to Follow:
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Dice chicken into bite-sized cubes and season with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown, 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, sauté chopped onion for 2–3 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
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Stir in uncooked rice, letting it toast for about a minute.
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Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine, scraping the bottom of the pan.
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Return chicken to the pan and stir in BBQ sauce. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
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Fluff the rice gently, let it sit for 5 minutes off heat, then serve. Add extra BBQ sauce on top if desired.
# Additional Notes:
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For extra sweetness, drizzle additional honey before serving. For added heat, mix in a dash of hot sauce.
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Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated, making this dish ideal for meal prep.