One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Introduction

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice captures all the punchy, smoky flavors of classic barbecue and combines them with sweet honey and hearty rice—for a dish that’s truly memorable, effortless, and perfect for busy weeknights or family feasts alike. With only one pan to clean, it’s the answer for anyone craving maximum flavor, minimal mess, and a meal guaranteed to satisfy.

Why This Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Stands Out

This recipe delivers tender marinated chicken, sticky honey-kissed barbecue sauce, and fluffy rice—all in a single pan. The result: a medley of tastes and textures that hits every note, from sweet to savory, with a subtle smokiness and bursts of freshness from crisp vegetables. It’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser and a weeknight dinner hero.

Tips for the Best Chicken and Veggie Prep

Dicing your ingredients evenly ensures perfect cooking and presentation. To save time and achieve even cuts, consider using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper. This tool will streamline chopping onions, bell peppers, and other vegetables, making your prep both swift and uniform.

Steps for Flavorful One-Pan Perfection

For the ultimate honey BBQ flavors, marinate the chicken with spices, garlic, and a blend of barbecue sauce and honey before cooking. Use a sturdy, nonstick skillet—like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch—to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup. This one-pan wonder means your chicken cooks to juicy perfection while the rice soaks up every bit of barbecue flavor.

Serving and Storing Your Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Once your dish is ready, let it rest a few minutes for the flavors to meld. If you’re meal-prepping, portion leftovers into Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup); they’re leakproof, so your saucy chicken rice stays fresh and easy to transport. For serving at gatherings, set your pan atop a Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack, White—cleanup is as hassle-free as the cooking.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This one-pan meal yields about 4 generous servings, each providing protein, whole grains, and vegetables. Each portion typically comes in at around 500–600 calories, depending on the exact barbecue sauce used and any garnishes or sides.

One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice (Recap)

Fast, bold, and packed with sweet-and-smoky barbecue allure, this is a meal meant for sharing. It’s an effortless, delicious addition to your recipe rotation—every bite bursts with flavor, and cleanup is a cinch.

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine chicken pieces, smoked paprika, chili powder, black pepper, a pinch of salt, 2 tablespoons of honey, and half the BBQ sauce. Toss well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
2. Heat a SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high and add olive oil. Sauté the marinated chicken for 4–5 minutes until browned on all sides (it won’t be cooked through yet). Remove chicken and set aside.
3. Add a touch more oil if needed, then sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic in the same pan for 2–3 minutes, until fragrant and softened. Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for quick, even veggie prep.
4. Stir in the rinsed rice and optional frozen corn or peas. Mix well to coat with pan flavors.
5. Pour in chicken broth, remaining BBQ sauce, and 1 tablespoon honey. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Return chicken to the pan, and nestle the pieces into the rice. Cover and simmer on low for 18–20 minutes, until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through.
7. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing rice. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve, or transfer leftovers to Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for easy storage.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes