One-Pan Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Rice
A flavorful one-pan dish combining tender chicken thighs, fragrant garlic, and sweet honey glazed over 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
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately for best flavor.