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– The Best 1-Pan Family Dinner (50 Min) Recipe

– The Best 1-Pan Family Dinner (50 Min) Recipe
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This Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe is an easy, flavorful one-pan family dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Tender boneless chicken thighs are seared and simmered with smoky spices, honey-sweetened BBQ sauce, and long-grain rice to create a comforting, all-in-one meal that’s ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup long-grain rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey

Optional Additions

  • 1 cup mixed vegetables (such as peas, carrots, corn)
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken thighs dry and season both sides evenly with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to build a flavorful base.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the exterior is golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, honey, soy sauce, and minced garlic until well combined, balancing sweet and smoky flavors.
  4. Toast the Rice: In the same skillet, add the uncooked long-grain rice and toast it for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning and to bring out a nutty flavor.
  5. Add Liquids and Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and half of the prepared BBQ-honey sauce into the pan with the rice. Stir to combine thoroughly.
  6. Return Chicken to Pan: Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet atop the rice. Drizzle the remaining BBQ-honey sauce evenly over the chicken.
  7. Simmer: Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let everything simmer gently for 15 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the liquid and the chicken to cook through.
  8. Add Vegetables: Stir in the mixed vegetables, cover again, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the rice is tender and vegetables are heated through.
  9. Rest and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and let the dish rest, covered, for 5 minutes to finish cooking and meld flavors. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts as a substitute, but thighs remain juicier.
  • For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked chili powder to the seasoning mix.
  • If preferred, substitute chicken broth with vegetable broth to make it lighter.
  • Mixed vegetables can be fresh or frozen based on availability.
  • Ensure the skillet you use has a tight-fitting lid to maintain steam during simmering.

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Keywords: Honey BBQ Chicken Rice, One-Pan Dinner, Chicken Thighs Recipe, Easy Family Meal, BBQ Chicken Dinner

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