Honey BBQ Chicken Meal (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound of chicken thighs or breasts, no bones or skin

→ Grains

02 - 1 cup of rice, long-grain kind

→ Liquids

03 - 2 cups of broth, chicken-flavored

→ Sauces

04 - 1/4 cup of honey

05 - 1/2 cup of barbecue sauce

→ Spices

06 - Salt and pepper, add as much or little as you like

07 - 1 teaspoon of onion powder

08 - 1/2 teaspoon of smoky paprika

09 - 1 teaspoon of garlic powder

→ Vegetables

10 - 1 cup of veggies, fresh or frozen mix

→ Garnish

11 - Chopped parsley or green onions for topping

# Instructions:

01 - Warm up a wide pan over medium heat and splash in some oil. Rub garlic, onion, paprika, plus salt and pepper onto the chicken. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes until both sides are golden. Take out and put to the side.

02 - Use the same pan and briefly toast the rice for a minute or two while stirring. Pour in the broth, then mix in honey and barbecue sauce.

03 - Put the cooked chicken back into the rice mixture, laying it down gently. Let it come to a soft boil, lower the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.

04 - After it’s been simmering for 15 minutes, scatter the mixed vegetables over the rice. Cover again and cook another 5 minutes, or until the rice is soft and the chicken is thoroughly cooked (165°F or 74°C inside).

05 - Take it off the heat and let the pan sit for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, sprinkle on parsley or green onions, and dig in while it’s warm.

# Notes:

01 - Go with long-grain rice for fluffiness. Short-grain might get too soft.

02 - Tweak the honey amount if you want it sweeter or less sweet.

03 - Choose a hickory or mesquite BBQ sauce if you’re into smoky flavors.

04 - Try swapping the chicken for shrimp, tofu, or beef if you’re feeling adventurous.

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