Description
Honey BBQ Chicken Rice combines juicy chicken coated in a sticky, smoky-sweet BBQ sauce served over fluffy rice, making for a flavorful and comforting dish.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Green onions or chives (optional)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry and season both sides generously with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side until a caramelized crust forms. Remove chicken from the skillet.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat and add minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute, then stir in BBQ sauce and honey. Let the sauce bubble until thickened and glossy.
- Return the chicken to the pan and turn until fully coated in the honey BBQ sauce. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and sticky.
- Spoon rice into bowls and top with slices of honey BBQ chicken. Pour remaining sauce over the rice and garnish with green onions or sesame seeds, if desired.
Notes
- Garnish with fresh green onions, chives, or sesame seeds for added texture and color.
- For a lighter side, serve with steamed broccoli, cucumber salad, or sweet corn on the cob.
- Grilled chicken can also be used for a smoky flavor. Brush the chicken with honey BBQ sauce while grilling.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of water or broth to maintain juiciness.
- To adjust spice level, add chili flakes or hot sauce to the honey BBQ sauce for more heat.
- If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the honey or use a tangier BBQ sauce with more vinegar.
