Honey BBQ Chicken Rice – A Comforting Family Favorite Recipe

This Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick, budget-friendly meal that's perfect for families, combining sweet honey and smoky BBQ flavors with tender chicken over fluffy rice.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Resting Time 5

Total Time 1 5

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts

For the Rice Base

1 cup long-grain white rice or brown rice

For the Glaze

1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
2 tbsp soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free
2 cloves garlic freshly minced

For Added Nutrition

2 cups mixed vegetables optional, frozen or fresh

Equipment

Oven
large mixing bowl
baking dish
Meat Thermometer

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and freshly minced garlic. Whisk until well blended.
Lightly grease a large baking dish. Toss chicken thighs in half of the sauce and arrange in the dish. Drizzle remaining sauce on top.
Bake for 35–40 minutes, basting halfway through, until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
At the 20-minute mark, stir in rice and chicken broth. Mix gently to distribute.
Return to the oven and continue cooking until chicken is done and rice is tender.
Let sit for 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with chopped green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to maintain moisture.

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