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honey bbq chicken rice

A delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce, served over fluffy rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup honey BBQ sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
For the Rice
  • 2 cups white rice uncooked
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon butter optional
  • 1 teaspoon salt
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions optional
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine honey BBQ sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Add the chicken breasts to the bowl and coat them evenly with the sauce. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  2. Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Prepare the Rice
  1. In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add the rice and salt, stir, and reduce heat to low.
  2. Cover and simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and stir in butter if desired.
Serve
  1. Slice the grilled chicken and serve it over a bed of rice. Drizzle with additional honey BBQ sauce if desired.
  2. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be made with brown rice or quinoa for a healthier option. Adjust the amount of honey BBQ sauce based on your preference for sweetness.

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