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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: Quick Comfort for Busy Nights

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is a quick and budget-friendly weeknight meal featuring juicy chicken thighs and fluffy rice in a delicious BBQ sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs boneless and skinless preferred
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Long-Grain Rice or brown rice for a nuttier flavor
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey add more for sweeter taste
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce your favorite brand or homemade
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce tamari for gluten-free option
  • 3 cloves Garlic freshly minced
For Extra Color and Nutrition
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables optional, for extra nutrients

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Lightly grease a baking dish with oil or cooking spray.
  4. Coat chicken thighs with half of the prepared sauce and arrange in the baking dish. Pour remaining sauce on top.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, basting halfway through.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Serve the chicken over rice and drizzle with additional sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure the chicken is evenly coated in sauce for maximum flavor. Avoid overcrowding the baking dish to achieve even cooking.

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