🍗 One-Pot BBQ Chicken and Rice Skillet
Looking for a hearty, flavorful meal that comes together in one pot? This One-Pot BBQ Chicken and Rice recipe from is your answer! Combining tender chicken, smoky BBQ sauce, and fluffy rice, it's a dish that's sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup 237 ml BBQ sauce
- 1 medium onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ⅔ cup 110 g frozen corn, thawed
- 15 oz 425 g can black beans, drained and rinsed
- ¾ cup 139 g short-grain white rice
- 3 cups 710 ml chicken stock
- 1 cup 132 g shredded colby jack cheese
- Avocado diced tomatoes, parsley or cilantro (for topping)
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear both sides until golden (about 3–4 mins per side). Brush with BBQ sauce, remove, and set aside.
- Sauté the Veggies
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic for 2–3 minutes. Add corn and black beans, stir well.
- Toast the Rice
- Stir in the rice and lightly toast for a few minutes.
- Simmer Everything
- Add chicken stock and remaining BBQ sauce. Season again. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Add seared chicken back in, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Melt Cheese & Serve
- Top with shredded cheese, cover until melted. Garnish with avocado, tomatoes, and herbs.
Notes
🌟 Tips for Success
Choose the Right BBQ Sauce: Opt for a thicker, sweeter BBQ sauce (like Kansas City-style) for best results. Mustard-based sauces may overpower the dish.
Rice Matters: Use short-grain white rice for optimal texture. Avoid quick or instant rice.
Chicken Choices: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are preferred for their juiciness. If using chicken breasts, ensure they are not too thick to prevent drying out.
Add-Ins: Feel free to incorporate other beans like kidney beans or black-eyed peas
🔍 Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate, serves 4)
- Calories: ~520
- Carbs: ~42g
- Fat: ~24g
- Protein: ~36g
- Sodium: ~780mg