Description

Indulge in the deliciousness of our Honey BBQ Chicken Rice Bowl, a perfect blend of tender chicken, sweet honey, and smoky BBQ sauce served over hearty brown rice. This dish is a weeknight favorite that’s easy to prepare and highly customizable to suit your tastes. Whether you’re enjoying it for lunch or dinner, this meal is not only satisfying but packed with rich flavors and wholesome ingredients. Ideal for meal prep, it stores well in the fridge, ensuring you have a quick, ready-to-eat option for busy days.

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup brown rice
1/2 cup BBQ sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
1/4 cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
1/4 cup shredded cheese (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Rice: In a pot, combine brown rice with water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 40 minutes until cooked.
Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for 6–7 minutes on each side until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
Make the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine BBQ sauce, honey, and soy sauce until smooth.
Slice Chicken: Cut cooked chicken into strips.
Combine Chicken with Sauce: In the skillet with residual heat, add sauce mixture and sliced chicken; simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until well-coated.
Assemble Bowls: Serve rice topped with BBQ chicken and extra sauce; garnish with cilantro and green onions.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 750mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 63g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 70mg