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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick, flavorful, and family-friendly meal combining tender chicken glazed in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce served over fluffy rice. This easy-to-make dish balances protein and carbs for a satisfying and wholesome dinner perfect for busy weeknights or any time hunger strikes.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 chicken breasts or thighs (about 1 lb), tender cuts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Rice

  • 2 cups cooked long-grain white or jasmine rice

Honey BBQ Sauce

  • 2/3 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
  • 1/3 cup honey

Garnishes (optional)

  • 2 tablespoons sliced green onions or chopped fresh parsley
  • Toasted sesame seeds or crushed peanuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and cook the rice according to package instructions if not already prepared. Pat the chicken dry and season lightly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to build flavor.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, locking in juices and forming a tasty crust.
  3. Make the Honey BBQ Sauce: In a small bowl, combine honey and BBQ sauce using a 2:1 ratio (BBQ sauce to honey). Adjust sweetness and tanginess to your preference.
  4. Glaze the Chicken: Pour the honey BBQ sauce into the pan with the cooked chicken. Gently toss to coat evenly and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
  5. Assemble the Dish: Serve the honey BBQ chicken over a bed of warm fluffy rice. Garnish with sliced green onions, fresh parsley, or optional toasted sesame seeds for added color and flavor.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken for even cooking and juiciness.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if needed for a perfect sear.
  • Adjust honey and BBQ sauce ratio to achieve your preferred sweetness and tanginess balance.
  • Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes to lock in juices.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving to keep it light and airy.

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