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A bowl of sticky honey BBQ chicken over white rice with green onions

Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup hickory -smoked barbecue sauce
  • 1/4 cup hone y
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cups cooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onions
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the barbecue sauce, honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and smoked paprika until homogenized.
  2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Add the chicken cubes to the skillet in a single layer and sear for 6 to 8 minutes, turning occasionally until an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium and pour the honey BBQ sauce mixture over the chicken.
  5. Simmer the sauce for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the glaze has thickened and coats the chicken thoroughly.
  6. Divide the cooked rice into four serving bowls.
  7. Top each portion of rice with the glazed chicken and excess sauce.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.