Creamy Honey BBQ Garlic Butter Chicken Rice
Creamy Honey BBQ Garlic Butter Chicken Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken, a rich creamy sauce, and fluffy rice in just 35 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe combines the sweetness of honey and the smokiness of BBQ sauce to create a delightful meal that will satisfy everyone at the table. With minimal cleanup thanks to its one-pot preparation, you can focus on enjoying your dinner with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low for 15-18 minutes until tender. Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in honey and BBQ sauce; let it simmer before mixing in heavy cream.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, coating it in the creamy sauce. Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Fluff the rice with a fork; serve topped with chicken and sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg