Easy Honey BBQ Chicken and Rice
This easy and delicious dish combines juicy chicken with sweet honey BBQ sauce over fluffy rice, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice You can use white or brown rice.
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce Adjust according to taste preference.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- to taste Salt and pepper
Garnish (optional)
- as needed green onions For garnish, adds color and freshness.
Instructions
Cooking Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Adding Sauce
- Pour honey BBQ sauce over the cooked chicken and stir to coat.
- Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for an additional 3-5 minutes.
Serving
- Serve the honey BBQ chicken over cooked rice and garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
Allow leftovers to cool down and transfer them to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage of 2-3 months.