One Pot Sweet Smoky BBQ Ranch Chicken And Rice Skillet
One Pot Sweet Smoky BBQ Ranch Chicken And Rice Skillet is your go-to comfort dish that combines convenience and flavor in one easy recipe. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this all-in-one meal features tender chicken pieces simmered with fluffy rice in a luscious blend of sweet smoky BBQ sauce and creamy ranch seasoning. In just 40 minutes, you can whip up a delicious dish that pleases everyone at the table. The best part? With minimal cleanup required thanks to the one-pot method, you’ll have more time to savor your meal and less time doing dishes. Feel free to customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to make it uniquely yours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sweet smoky BBQ sauce
- 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in ranch seasoning; cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add rice to the skillet, mixing well with the chicken and seasoning.
- Pour in chicken broth and BBQ sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Mix in corn and black beans; heat for an additional 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top; cover until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg