Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of jasmine or long-grain rice
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional garnishes: chopped green onions, sesame seeds, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Begin by slicing the chicken into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, mix honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, minced garlic, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.
- Toss the chicken in the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions or using a rice cooker. Keep warm.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and caramelized.
- Pour remaining marinade into the skillet during the last few minutes to thicken and coat the chicken evenly.
- Serve the cooked rice topped with honey BBQ chicken. Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, or cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 15 minutes for maximum flavor infusion.
- Use jasmine or basmati rice for best texture and flavor absorption.
- Adjust the sweetness and smokiness by varying honey and BBQ sauce quantities.
- Garnish generously for an appealing presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 cup rice with chicken)
- Calories: 480 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 74 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg