Description
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick and flavorful meal combining tender, juicy chicken coated in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce, served over fluffy white or brown rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish offers a delicious balance of smoky, sweet, and savory flavors that the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
Sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (choose your favorite smoky variety)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Base
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
Optional Vegetables & Garnishes
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers or green onions
- Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to build the base flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Cook the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes until golden and fully cooked through.
- Add the Sauce: Reduce the heat and stir in the honey and BBQ sauce, coating every piece of chicken. Let the mixture simmer until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
- Prepare the Rice: While the chicken cooks, prepare your rice according to package instructions or use leftover rice, fluffing it with a fork before serving.
- Assemble the Dish: Serve the sticky honey BBQ chicken over a bed of warm, fluffy rice. Garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, or other fresh herbs for added color and freshness.
Notes
- Use quality BBQ sauce for the best flavor impact.
- Do not overcook the chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
- Allow the sauce to simmer and thicken for a sticky glaze.
- Fluff rice with a fork before serving to keep it light and airy.
- Add fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley to brighten the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken, BBQ Chicken Rice, Quick Dinner, Family Meal, Easy Chicken Recipe, Gluten Free Chicken, Weeknight Dinner
