Craving sweet heat and savory comfort? Look no further than this Hot Honey Chicken & Garlic Butter Rice! This dish tantalizes your taste buds with crispy, juicy chicken glazed in a sweet and spicy honey sauce, nestled on a bed of fluffy garlic butter rice. Made with leftover chicken, each bite is a satisfying explosion of flavors, perfect for a weeknight meal. “This post is sponsored by Minute Rice. All views expressed are that of our own.”
Calling all budget-loving mamas and savvy cooks! This Hot Honey Chicken & Garlic Butter Rice is about to become your new weeknight hero.
Remember that leftover chicken in the fridge? Give it a delicious makeover with this easy recipe! No need to break the bank – pantry staples like Minute Instant Brown Rice and a touch of hot honey turn it into a crispy, sweet-and-spicy masterpiece.
We love how the fluffy brown rice becomes infused with garlicky goodness. This makes it the perfect base for juicy, honey-glazed chicken bites. It’s a flavor explosion that’s kind to your wallet and your taste buds. Plus, it’s ready in a flash – perfect for busy nights when you need a satisfying meal without the fuss.
Ingredients
Chicken – We used leftover breaded chicken, but you can prepare any breaded chicken you might have in the freezer. You only need a half cup per serving.
Rice – Rice is the main staple for this meal where the flavor lives. We used Minute Instant Brown Rice which is naturally gluten-free, Non-GMO Project Verified, contains no preservatives, and is free of MSG, and cholesterol. It contains 50 grams of whole grains per serving and is conveniently ready in just ten minutes.
Cheese – I used grated Parmesan cheese for a nutty, salty, flavorful kick that complemented the garlicky butter rice.
Garlic – I used 4 cloves of garlic for flavor, but you can use more if you REALLY enjoy the flavor.
Hot Honey – Hot honey ties together all the flavors in this dish and makes for a sweet and savory paradise of goodness. You will love how everything melds together so beautifully.
How to Make Hot Honey Chicken & Garlic Butter Rice
- Prepare Minute Instant Brown Rice according to the package instructions.
- Place your skillet over medium heat on your stovetop. Add butter to the skillet and once it is melted and starts to sizzle slightly, add your 4 minced garlic cloves. Cook for about 30-60 seconds, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden brown.
- Reduce heat to low and add cooked Minute Instant Brown Rice and saute for an additional 2 minutes.
- Plate rice evenly and then add warmed, leftover chicken to the top.
- Swizzle with hot honey and then add Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Enjoy right away!
Storing Leftovers
This meal is so good that you really won’t have leftovers. However, if you do, store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Consider adding additional honey to liven up the meal after heating until warmed throughout.
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Hot Honey Chicken & Garlic Butter Rice
Equipment
- skillet
- small saucepan
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Stovetop
Ingredients
- 1 cup Minute Instant Brown Rice
- 1 cup water * to prepare rice
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 4 whole cloves of garlic peeled & minced
- 1 cup leftover chicken *warmed- we used breaded chicken.
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons hot honey
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
Instructions
- Prepare Minute Instant Brown Rice according to the package instructions.
- Place your skillet over medium heat on your stovetop. Add butter to the skillet and once it is melted and starts to sizzle slightly, add your 4 minced garlic cloves. Cook for about 30-60 seconds, stirring constantly, until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden brown.
- Reduce heat to low and add cooked Minute Instant Brown Rice and saute for an additional 2 minutes.
- Plate rice evenly and then add warmed, leftover chicken to the top.
- Swizzle with hot honey and then add Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
- Enjoy right away!
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