Honey Butter Chicken and Rice Skillet
This Honey Butter Chicken and Rice Skillet is a comforting one-pan meal with tender chicken, fluffy rice, and sweet-savory sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners!
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Sauté Pan
- Wooden spoon or silicone spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife and cutting board
- Lid for skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
- to taste chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat your skillet over medium heat and add half of the butter. Once melted, add the bite-sized chicken breast pieces. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and mostly cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat to low and add the remaining butter. Once melted, stir in the honey and soy sauce. Let the mixture bubble gently for 1-2 minutes to combine and thicken slightly.
- Add the uncooked rice to the skillet, stirring to coat each grain in the honey butter sauce. Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to low. Let it cook undisturbed for 15 minutes.
- After 15 minutes, remove the lid and gently stir in the frozen peas and carrots along with the cooked chicken. Cover again and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top for a fresh, bright flavor. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting flavors of your Honey Butter Chicken and Rice Skillet.
Notes
- For juicier chicken, avoid overcrowding the pan during the initial sear; cook in batches if necessary.
- Keep the heat low when cooking rice to prevent burning and ensure even absorption of broth.
- Frozen peas and carrots are convenient, but fresh vegetables can be used for a crisper texture.
- Adjust honey and soy sauce quantities to balance sweetness and saltiness based on your preference.
- Adding a splash of lemon juice at the end can brighten the dish and add a subtle tang.