Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for sautéing optional
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup BBQ sauce of your choice honey BBQ recommended
Instructions
Prep and Season the Chicken
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Season the chicken thighs or breasts with salt and pepper. Thighs offer more flavor and moisture, while breasts are a leaner choice.
Sear the Chicken
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a splash of oil. Once hot, sear the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden. Don’t worry about fully cooking the chicken—it will finish in the rice.
Add the Rice
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Stir in the rice and toast it for about 1 minute to deepen the flavor and keep the texture from becoming mushy.
Pour in the Broth
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Add 2 cups chicken broth, scrape the bottom of the pan, and bring to a light boil.
Mix in BBQ Sauce
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Stir in ½ cup of BBQ sauce evenly. This creates a bold, savory-sweet base that infuses the rice with flavor.
Simmer
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Cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let it simmer for 20–25 minutes, until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
Fluff and Serve
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Remove from heat, fluff the rice, and slice or shred the chicken as desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!