Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort
Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice is a one-pot wonder that’s better than takeout. After making this many times, I’ve perfected the crispy chicken and creamy rice. Jump to the recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Cracked Garlic Steak Tortellini Recipe and Apple Pie Bars.
Why This Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy chicken with a sweet and tangy glaze
- Fluffy rice cooked in the same pan for easy cleanup
- One-pot comfort food ready in 30 minutes
- Family-friendly and budget-friendly
What You'll Need for Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Optional: Chopped green onions
- Optional: Sesame seeds
- Optional: Sliced jalapeños
📝 Ingredient Notes
- chicken breasts: Thinly slice the chicken to ensure even cooking.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Instant Read Meat Thermometer — Ensures perfectly cooked chicken every time. → See on Amazon
- Non-Stick Skillet — Prevents chicken from sticking and ensures even cooking. → See on Amazon
How to Make Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort
- Step 1: Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Step 2: Cook chicken in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in BBQ sauce and honey. Add chicken back to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Cover and let cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Step 5: Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and jalapeños (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!
Cook's Tips for Perfect Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort
- : For extra crispy chicken, pat the chicken dry before seasoning and cooking.
- Common mistake and fix: If the rice isn't cooked through, add a little more chicken broth and continue cooking until tender.
- : For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- : To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free BBQ sauce.
Storing & Reheating Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the chicken and rice separately, then combine and cook as directed when ready to serve.
Freezing Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort
Freeze cooked chicken and rice separately for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and add to the skillet before adding the chicken back in.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a more flavorful dish.
- Make-ahead: Cook the rice and chicken separately, then store in the fridge until ready to combine and cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the rice is too sticky, add a little more chicken broth and fluff with a fork before serving.
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Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Seasonings
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Optional Toppings
- Chopped green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced jalapeños
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Step 2: Cook chicken in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add rice and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
- Step 4: Stir in BBQ sauce and honey. Add chicken back to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top. Cover and let cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Step 5: Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and jalapeños (if using). Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and add to the skillet before adding the chicken back in.
- Best substitution: Substitute chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a more flavorful dish.
- Make-ahead: Cook the rice and chicken separately, then store in the fridge until ready to combine and cook.
- Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the rice is too sticky, add a little more chicken broth and fluff with a fork before serving.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and rice separately for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 10-15 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Prepare the chicken and rice separately, then combine and cook as directed when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 520
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbs: 70g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Cholesterol: 75mg
- Sat. Fat: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort FAQs
Yes, you can make the chicken and rice separately and store them in the fridge until ready to combine and cook.
Ensure you're cooking the rice for the recommended time and adding enough chicken broth. If the rice is still dry, add more broth and continue cooking until tender.
Yes, cook the chicken and rice separately in the slow cooker, then combine and cook as directed.
To make this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free BBQ sauce.
Yes, cook the chicken and rice separately in the Instant Pot, then combine and cook as directed.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice: One-Pot Comfort and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
