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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a delightful meal combining tender, juicy chicken glazed in a sweet and smoky honey-infused barbecue sauce, served over fluffy rice that absorbs every bit of the delicious flavors. Easy to make in under 30 minutes, this satisfying dish offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and smoky notes, making it ideal for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or a comforting dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder

Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)

Rice and Cooking Fat

  • 2 cups cooked white or jasmine rice
  • 1–2 tbsp olive oil or butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Pat the chicken dry and season evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create the base flavor.
  2. Brown the chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Glaze with honey BBQ sauce: Lower the heat slightly. Mix honey and BBQ sauce, then pour the glaze over the chicken. Allow it to simmer until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken with a sticky, caramelized layer.
  4. Cook the rice: While the chicken cooks, prepare your rice according to the package instructions. Fluffy rice is essential to soak up the sauce.
  5. Serve: Slice or shred the glazed chicken and serve over warm rice, spooning extra sauce on top for enhanced flavor.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat.
  • Do not rush the glazing process; simmer the sauce slowly for sticky texture.
  • Add a pinch of salt or chicken broth to the rice while cooking for extra flavor.
  • Let the chicken rest a few minutes after cooking to keep it moist.
  • Double the sauce to have extra for drizzling or dipping.

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Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken, BBQ Chicken Rice, Sweet and Savory Chicken, Quick Chicken Dinner, Gluten Free Chicken Recipe

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