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One Pan Honey Butter Garlic Chicken and 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, fragrant rice, and a sweet-savory honey garlic sauce for an easy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 0.25 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup uncooked jasmine or basmati rice
  • 2.25 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley or green onions, for garnish (optional)

Instructions 

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in olive oil until golden, then set aside.
  • In the same pan, melt butter, cook garlic until fragrant, then add honey and soy sauce, simmer briefly.
  • Add rice to the sauce, stir to coat, then pour in chicken broth and mix.
  • Return chicken to the pan, cover, and simmer for 18–22 minutes until rice is tender.
  • Let rest covered for 5 minutes, then fluff rice, garnish, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with chopped herbs before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Honey, Rice