Description
This Easy Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a delicious and family-approved dish that combines juicy chicken breasts with a flavorful honey BBQ sauce served over nutritious brown rice. Enhanced with mixed vegetables and seasoned with garlic and onion powders, this recipe is simple to prepare, healthy, and perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Protein & Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken Breasts (Juicy and packed with protein)
- 1 cup Brown Rice (Can substitute with white rice or quinoa)
- 1 cup Honey BBQ Sauce (Signature sweet and tangy flavor)
Vegetables & Herbs
- 2 cups Mixed Vegetables (Can include bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (Optional garnish)
Seasonings & Oils
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (Can substitute with canola oil or butter)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Or use 1 clove of fresh garlic)
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder (Can substitute with sautéed fresh onion)
- to taste Salt (Adjust according to your taste)
- to taste Pepper (Adjust according to your taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Rice: Rinse 1 cup of brown rice under cold water. In a medium saucepan, add the rice with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 40-45 minutes until the rice is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it rest covered.
- Cook the Chicken: While the rice cooks, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes, then slice or cube as desired.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add mixed vegetables and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Combine Sauce and Chicken: Add the sliced chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in 1 cup of honey BBQ sauce, stirring well to coat everything evenly. Allow it to cook for 2-3 minutes so the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
- Assemble the Dish: Spoon cooked brown rice onto plates or into bowls. Top with the honey BBQ chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute brown rice with white rice or quinoa based on your preference.
- For an extra kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the BBQ sauce mixture.
- Use fresh garlic and onion sautéed in oil for a more robust flavor instead of powder.
- Adjust salt and pepper seasoning to your taste to keep it low sodium if needed.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
