Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice

 

Here’s a flavorful, comforting, and easy-to-make Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice recipe — sweet, smoky, savory, and perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep!

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🍯🔥 Honey BBQ Chicken & Rice

✅ Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
• Salt & pepper, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

For the Sauce:

• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (use your favorite brand)
• 2–3 tbsp honey (adjust for sweetness)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce (for depth)
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
• Red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)

For the Rice:

• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice (hot and fluffy)
• Optional: stir in 1 tbsp butter or a squeeze of lime for extra flavor

Toppings (Optional but Recommended):

• Chopped green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Steamed broccoli or corn
• Shredded cheese (for a cheesy twist)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the Chicken

• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Season the chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
• Cook the chicken pieces for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.

2. Make the Honey BBQ Sauce

• In a small bowl, mix together:
  • BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and vinegar (if using).
• Pour the sauce into the skillet with the cooked chicken.
• Simmer for 2–3 minutes, letting the sauce thicken and coat the chicken.

3. Assemble

• Spoon a bed of warm rice into bowls or meal prep containers.
• Top with honey BBQ chicken and drizzle extra sauce if desired.
• Add toppings like green onions, broccoli, or cheese.

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🌟 Tips & Variations:

• Meal prep friendly: Stores well in the fridge for 3–4 days.
• Swap chicken for tofu, shrimp, or pulled pork.
• Make it a one-pan meal by adding pre-cooked rice directly to the skillet and tossing everything together.

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Would you like this turned into a baked casserole, or adapted for the slow cooker?