Description

This One Pot Sassy Honey Garlic Chicken Rice Pasta Delight is a delicious, easy-to-make meal combining tender chicken breast with comforting rice and pasta, all simmered together in a sweet and savory honey garlic soy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish requires minimal cleanup and delivers a balanced and flavorful dinner the whole family will love.

Ingredients

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Protein

1 lb chicken breast, diced

Grains

1 cup rice
1 cup pasta

Liquids & Sauces

1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 cup chicken broth

Vegetables & Aromatics

2 cloves garlic, minced

Oils & Fats

1 tablespoon olive oil

Seasonings

Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Heat olive oil: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering, preparing the pan for cooking the chicken.
Cook chicken: Add the diced chicken breast to the pot, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned on all sides, ensuring it is nicely seared.
Sauté garlic: Add minced garlic to the pot and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt, to release its aroma and flavor.
Add liquids and grains: Stir in honey, soy sauce, uncooked rice, uncooked pasta, and chicken broth, mixing well to evenly combine all ingredients in the pot.
Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid to trap steam and allow the grains and chicken to cook evenly.
Cook rice and pasta: Let the pot simmer covered for about 20 minutes, or until both the rice and pasta are fully cooked and have absorbed the flavorful sauce.
Finish and serve: Once cooked, fluff the rice and pasta mixture gently with a fork to separate grains and pieces. Serve the dish hot and enjoy the blend of sassy honey garlic chicken with tender rice and pasta.

Notes

Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for best results and easy cooking.
Choose a small pasta shape like orzo or small shells that cooks well in the same time as rice.
Adjust soy sauce quantity to taste, especially if using a low-sodium version.
Keep an eye on the pot to prevent sticking and add a splash of water or broth if it gets too dry during simmering.
This recipe can easily be doubled for more servings with a larger pot.
Feel free to add vegetables such as peas or bell peppers for added nutrition and color during the last 10 minutes of cooking.