Honey BBQ Chicken Rice (Print-Friendly Version)

Sticky honey and tangy BBQ sauce transform regular chicken and rice into an unforgettable, filling meal.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
02 - 1 cup long-grain white rice
03 - 2 cups chicken broth
04 - 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
05 - 1/4 cup honey
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Additions

11 - 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
12 - Green onions, chopped, for topping

# How to Make It:

01 - Dust chicken thighs all over with a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
02 - Warm a large skillet over medium heat. Brown chicken thighs for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they turn golden; set aside on a plate.
03 - Mix barbecue sauce and honey in a bowl until they're well blended.
04 - Toss uncooked rice into the same pan and stir it around for 1-2 minutes until lightly toasted.
05 - Add chicken broth and half of your honey barbecue mix. Give everything a good stir.
06 - Place browned chicken thighs back into the rice mixture. Drizzle the rest of the sauce on top.
07 - Put a lid on the skillet and let it bubble gently on low heat for 15 minutes.
08 - Scatter mixed veggies on top, cover again, and cook 5 more minutes or until the rice gets soft and chicken is fully done.
09 - Turn off the heat and don't peek under the lid for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with green onions before bringing it to the table.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - Browning the chicken thighs first really kicks up the taste of the whole dish.

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