One-Pan Honey Butter Garlic Chicken & Rice – Sweet, Savory & Effortless
Juicy chicken thighs and fluffy rice simmer together in a sweet and savory honey butter garlic sauce — all in one pan for an easy, delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
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1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
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2¼ cups chicken broth
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4 garlic cloves, minced
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3 tbsp honey
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3 tbsp butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Optional: ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp dried thyme, fresh parsley
Instructions
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in oil and 1 tbsp butter for 3–4 mins per side. Set aside.
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Add remaining butter and garlic to pan. Sauté 1–2 minutes.
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Stir in honey. Return chicken and coat in sauce.
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Add rice, broth, and herbs. Bring to boil, cover, and simmer on low 20–22 mins.
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Rest 5–10 mins. Fluff rice, garnish, and serve hot.
Notes
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Use brown rice for whole grain version (increase broth and time).
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Add veggies in the last 5 minutes.
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Great for leftovers and meal prep.