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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a flavorful, sweet-and-savory meal featuring tender chicken coated in a sticky honey barbecue glaze, served over fluffy rice with sautéed vegetables. It’s quick, comforting, and perfect for weeknights or meal prep.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
  • 1 1/2 cups mixed vegetables (corn, peas, carrots, bell pepper, etc.)
  • Chopped green onions or parsley, for garnish (optional)

For the honey BBQ sauce:

  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

Instructions

  1. Season diced chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked through.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, vinegar (or lemon juice), and red pepper flakes. Adjust to taste.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and simmer for 3–5 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
  5. In a separate pan or the same skillet, sauté mixed vegetables until just tender.
  6. To serve, spoon cooked rice into bowls or plates, top with honey BBQ chicken and sautéed vegetables, and garnish with green onions or parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Use grilled or shredded rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Try cauliflower rice for a lighter option.
  • Drizzle with ranch or garlic aioli for extra flavor.
  • Top with sesame seeds or crushed peanuts for texture.
  • Store leftovers in meal prep containers for easy lunches.

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