Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (optional)
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, honey, and minced garlic.
- In the same pan, toast the uncooked rice for about 1–2 minutes.
- Add the chicken broth and half of the prepared sauce. Stir to combine.
- Return the chicken to the pan, then pour the remaining sauce over the top.
- Cover and simmer on low heat for 15 minutes.
- Add the mixed vegetables, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
- Let sit for 5 minutes, then garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
Customize the spices and add more vegetables if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing and Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg