Skillet Barbecue Chicken & Rice

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A quick and cozy one-pan meal combining tender chicken, sweet corn, and savory barbecue sauce.
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This Skillet Barbecue Chicken & Rice is the ultimate weeknight comfort food. In just 40 minutes, you can transform simple pantry staples into a hearty, flavorful dinner that the whole family will love. The chicken absorbs the sweet and tangy barbecue sauce while cooking alongside fluffy rice and crisp-tender corn. It’s a perfect balance of textures and flavors, offering a satisfying meal without the hassle of multiple pots. Ideal for busy evenings when you want something homemade but easy, this dish delivers big taste with minimal effort. Serve it straight from the skillet for a rustic, home-style presentation that feels like a warm hug.

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Skillet Barbecue Chicken & Rice

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 187.3

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This Skillet Barbecue Chicken & Rice is the ultimate weeknight comfort food. In just 40 minutes, you can transform simple pantry staples into a hearty, flavorful dinner that the whole family will love. The chicken absorbs the sweet and tangy barbecue sauce while cooking alongside fluffy rice and crisp-tender corn. It&# 226;ÂÂs a perfect balance of textures and flavors, offering a satisfying meal without the hassle of multiple pots. Ideal for busy evenings when you want something homemade but easy, this dish delivers big taste with minimal effort. Serve it straight from the skillet for a rustic, home-style presentation that feels like a warm hug.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized strips.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken strips to the skillet and brown them on all sides, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 1/2 cups of barbecue sauce, 1 cup of water, 1 can (11oz) of drained whole kernel corn, and 1 chopped small green pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
  6. Cover and simmer for 5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  7. Stir in 2 cups of uncooked Minute Original Rice.
  8. Cover the skillet and remove it from the heat.
  9. Let the dish stand for 5 minutes to allow the rice to absorb the liquid and finish cooking.
  10. Fluff with a fork and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 187.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.1g7%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 96.5mg33%
Sodium 84.0mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 35.2g71%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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