Description

Looking for a quick, flavorful dinner that delivers comfort and bold taste in every bite? This One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is your new go-to for easy dinner ideas. Packed with juicy chicken, sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, and fluffy rice all cooked in one pan, it’s the ultimate easy recipe for busy weeknights. With minimal cleanup and maximum flavor, this dish makes a fantastic quick dinner or even a meal prep favorite. The aroma alone will have your family rushing to the table. Whether you’re looking for food ideas that are both practical and indulgent or a new healthy snack with a bit of a BBQ twist, this one checks all the boxes.

Ingredients

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, diced
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 cup BBQ sauce (honey or smoky style)
1/2 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups chicken broth (or water)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 tablespoon honey or hot sauce for extra sweetness or heat

Instructions

Dice chicken into bite-sized cubes. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown, 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté chopped onion for 2–3 minutes, then add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
Stir in uncooked rice, letting it toast for about a minute.
Pour in chicken broth and stir to combine, scraping the bottom of the pan.
Return chicken to the pan. Stir in BBQ sauce.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
Fluff the rice gently, let it sit for 5 minutes off heat, then serve. Add extra BBQ sauce on top if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes