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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice
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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender, juicy chicken with a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce served over fluffy rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners, it offers a delicious balance of saucy, savory, and sweet flavors complemented by sautéed vegetables, making it both nutritious and comforting.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Honey BBQ Sauce

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)

Vegetables

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced

Base

  • 3 cups cooked white jasmine or basmati rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Trim any excess fat from the chicken breasts or thighs. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness.
  2. Make the Honey BBQ Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the honey and your favorite BBQ sauce until smooth to create a sweet and smoky glaze.
  3. Sauté the Vegetables: Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add diced onions, minced garlic, and sliced bell peppers. Cook over medium heat until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 5 minutes, seasoning lightly with salt.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the honey BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Stir gently to coat everything evenly and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the ingredients.
  5. Serve Over Rice: Plate a generous portion of steaming cooked rice. Spoon the honey BBQ chicken and vegetable mixture over the rice. Garnish as desired and serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use a quality BBQ sauce for best flavor results.
  • Avoid overcooking the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
  • Allow the chicken to rest a few minutes before slicing to retain moisture.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork before serving to prevent clumping.
  • Adjust the amount of honey to balance sweetness to your preference.

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Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken, Chicken Rice, Quick Dinner, Weeknight Meal, Family Friendly, Sweet and Smoky Chicken

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