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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice: Your Family's New Weeknight Star

Quick, budget-friendly Honey BBQ Chicken Rice brings the flavors of summer barbecues to your table, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs Consider substituting with chicken breasts for a leaner option.
For the Rice
  • 2 cups Rice Long-grain white rice is classic, but brown rice offers a nuttier flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Honey Feel free to adjust the amount for your taste.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce You can use store-bought or homemade.
  • 2 tbsp Soy Sauce Swap it for tamari to keep the dish gluten-free.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for aroma and flavor depth.
For Extra Nutrition
  • 2 cups Mixed Vegetables (optional) Customize with whatever you have on hand.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients to prepare for the next steps.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with non-stick spray or oil.
  4. Toss chicken thighs in half of the prepared sauce. Place in the greased baking dish in a single layer and pour the remaining sauce on top.
  5. Bake for 35-40 minutes, basting halfway through cooking.
  6. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes.
  7. Serve the Honey BBQ Chicken over the cooked rice and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is thoroughly coated in the sauce before baking for maximum flavor. Customize the sauce's sweetness to your preference.

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