One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare Chicken: In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Combine Ingredients: In a 9×13 inch baking dish, combine the rinsed rice, chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey. Stir well to combine.
Add Chicken: Arrange the seasoned chicken pieces evenly over the rice mixture.
Bake: Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 30 minutes.
Remove Foil and Continue Baking: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
Rest: Remove from oven and let stand for 5-10 minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
Garnish & Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, or sesame seeds, if desired. Serve hot.
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