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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick and flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken in a sticky-sweet honey BBQ glaze, served over fluffy rice with colorful sautéed vegetables. This easy weeknight dinner is smoky, savory, and satisfying — perfect for meal prep or family dinners.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • ½ cup BBQ sauce (your favorite smoky or tangy variety)
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine chicken with ¼ cup BBQ sauce, 1 tbsp honey, soy sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper. Marinate for at least 15 minutes (up to 1 hour for deeper flavor).
  2. Rinse rice under cold water until clear. Cook according to package instructions. Set aside.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook bell peppers for 3–4 minutes until just tender. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add marinated chicken. Sear for 5–6 minutes until golden and fully cooked.
  5. Stir in remaining ¼ cup BBQ sauce and 1 tbsp honey. Simmer 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  6. Spoon cooked rice into bowls. Top with chicken and veggies. Garnish with green onions.

Notes

  • Add crushed red pepper or Sriracha for a spicy version.
  • Substitute cauliflower rice for a low-carb alternative.
  • Pineapple chunks add a tropical twist.
  • Grilled chicken adds extra smokiness.
  • Use gluten-free soy sauce and BBQ sauce for a gluten-free meal.

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