Description
This Honey BBQ Chicken Rice recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish featuring tender bite-sized chicken pieces cooked in a tangy honey BBQ sauce, served over a hearty mix of rice, corn, and black beans. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep with fresh cilantro and optional toppings like shredded cheese, avocado slices, and lime wedges to brighten each bite.
Ingredients
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Chicken & Sauce
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
Rice Mixture
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1/2 cup frozen corn, thawed
- 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
Garnishes (Optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Shredded cheese
- Avocado slices
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- Prepare and Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the bite-sized chicken pieces evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and lightly browned on the edges.
- Make the Honey BBQ Sauce: Reduce the skillet heat to low. Stir in the BBQ sauce and honey with the cooked chicken. Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and evenly coats the chicken pieces, enhancing flavor and moisture.
- Prepare the Rice Mixture: In a separate large bowl or serving dish, combine the cooked rice with thawed corn, rinsed black beans, and diced red onion. Mix well to distribute ingredients evenly, creating a hearty base for the chicken topping.
- Assemble the Dish: Spoon the honey BBQ chicken over the rice mixture. You can stir them together gently to combine or serve the chicken layered on top for presentation. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and add desired optional toppings such as shredded cheese, avocado slices, and lime wedges to add extra flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can use store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce according to your preference.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to the BBQ chicken during cooking.
- This recipe makes great leftovers and tastes delicious served warm or as a cold rice bowl.
