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One-Pan Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Rice

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful one-pan dish combining tender chicken thighs with fragrant garlic, honey, and rice for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs

Grains

  • 1 cup white rice uncooked

Aromatics & Condiments

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper
  • 3 slices lemon (optional, for garnish)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken until golden. Remove and set aside.
  • Add butter and garlic to the same skillet; cook until fragrant. Stir in honey and soy sauce to form a glaze.
  • Add rice to coat with sauce, then pour in chicken broth. Nestle chicken back in, cover, and simmer for 18-22 minutes until rice is tender.
  • Uncover, fluff rice, sprinkle with parsley, garnish with lemon slices if desired, and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, Garlic, rice