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Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

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A quick and flavorful dish combining succulent chicken, honey BBQ sauce, and fluffy rice, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless) Tender and juicy; can substitute with chicken breasts.
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce Choose your favorite brand or make your own.
  • 1/2 cup honey Adds sweetness that contrasts with the savory BBQ sauce.
  • 1 cup chicken broth Prevents the chicken from drying out.
  • 2 cups cooked white or brown rice Serves as a base to absorb flavors.
  • Salt and pepper to taste Enhances overall flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, combine the BBQ sauce and honey until well blended.
Cooking
  1. Place the seasoned chicken in a slow cooker. Pour the honey BBQ mixture over the chicken and add chicken broth.
  2. Cook on low for about 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
  3. Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
  4. Shred the chicken and mix with the sauce.
Serving
  1. Layer the cooked rice and top with the honey BBQ chicken mixture. Drizzle extra sauce and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken with other proteins like turkey or pork, and adjust the amount of BBQ sauce for kids. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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