BBQ Chicken Bowl (Printable)

Tender BBQ chicken atop rice with fresh coleslaw and colorful roasted veggies

# What You Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, approximately 1.3 lbs
02 - 1 cup BBQ sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Rice

06 - 1.5 cups long grain white rice
07 - 3 cups water
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Coleslaw

09 - 2 cups shredded green cabbage
10 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
11 - 1 cup grated carrot
12 - 1/4 cup mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
14 - 1 teaspoon honey
15 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Roasted Vegetables

16 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
17 - 1 zucchini, sliced
18 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges
19 - 1 cup broccoli florets
20 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
21 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
22 - Salt and pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 425°F and allow to reach temperature.
02 - Rinse rice under cold water. Combine rice, water, and salt in a saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 15-18 minutes until tender. Fluff with fork and set aside.
03 - On baking sheet, toss bell pepper, zucchini, red onion, and broccoli with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread in single layer and roast 20-25 minutes, turning once, until golden and tender.
04 - In large bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Add green and red cabbage and carrot; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
05 - Pat chicken breasts dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4-5 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Brush generously with BBQ sauce and cook 1-2 minutes more per side until sauce caramelizes. Remove from heat and slice.
06 - Divide rice among four bowls. Top each with sliced BBQ chicken, roasted vegetables, and coleslaw. Drizzle with additional BBQ sauce if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The caramelized BBQ chicken gets sticky and glossy in the best way, making every bite feel indulgent without actually being complicated.
  • You can prep most of this while one component cooks, so you're not standing around stressed before dinner.
  • It's the kind of bowl that looks impressive enough to serve guests but simple enough to make on a random Tuesday night.
02 -
  • Don't skip patting the chicken dry before searing, because moisture is the enemy of that golden, crusty exterior that makes everything taste better.
  • Caramelizing BBQ sauce happens fast, so watch it closely after you brush it on or you'll end up with burnt edges instead of glossy ones.
03 -
  • Searing the chicken in batches instead of crowding the skillet gives you a better crust and more control over the cooking process.
  • Taste your coleslaw dressing before adding the vegetables so you can adjust the vinegar and honey balance to your preference without waste.
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