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One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Discover the convenience and flavor of One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice! This delightful dish combines juicy chicken thighs in a sweet and smoky honey BBQ sauce with fluffy rice and colorful veggies, all cooked in one pan for minimal cleanup. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe has endless customization options to suit your taste preferences. Try it today for a satisfying meal that will impress your family! #OnePanMeals #ChickenRecipes #EasyDinner #QuickRecipes #HoneyBBQ #CookingAtHome #MealPrep #DeliciousEats
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Ingredients
  

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

1 cup long-grain white rice

1 ½ cups chicken broth

1 cup honey BBQ sauce

1 medium onion, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 cup bell peppers (red and green), diced

1 cup frozen corn

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp chili powder

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

Fresh parsley, for garnish

Lime wedges, for serving

Instructions
 

Sear the Chicken: In a large, deep skillet or a dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and chili powder. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

    Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion is translucent. Then, add the diced bell peppers and corn, stirring well to combine.

      Add Rice and Liquid: Stir in the rice, allowing it to toast slightly in the pan, about 2 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth and mix well. Return the seared chicken to the pan, placing it on top of the rice mixture.

        Add BBQ Sauce: Drizzle half of the honey BBQ sauce over the chicken. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed all the liquid.

          Finish and Garnish: Once cooked, remove the pan from heat, and let it sit (covered) for an additional 5 minutes. Drizzle the remaining BBQ sauce over the chicken. Fluff the rice with a fork, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

            Serve: Serve the One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice warm, with lime wedges on the side for an extra zesty kick.

              Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes | Servings: 4 servings