Creating One-Pan Bold Honey BBQ Chicken Rice is simple. Follow these steps for a delicious meal:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Heat Olive Oil: In an oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Season Chicken: Season the chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides.
4. Sear Chicken: Place the chicken in the skillet and sear until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Remove Chicken: Once browned, remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
6. Add Rice: In the same skillet, add the uncooked rice. Stir for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the rice.
7. Pour Chicken Broth: Add the chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil.
8. Combine Vegetables: Stir in the mixed vegetables and honey BBQ sauce, mixing thoroughly.
9. Return Chicken: Nestle the seared chicken thighs back into the skillet, making sure they sit in the rice and sauce.
10. Cover and Bake: Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes.
11. Check for Doneness: Remove from the oven; the rice should be tender and the chicken cooked through.
12. Rest: Let it sit for 5 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Follow these steps, and you’ll have an incredible dish ready in no time!