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Easy BBQ Chicken & Rice Skillet

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup frozen or canned corn drained
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: chopped green onions extra BBQ sauce for drizzling

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Stir in cooked chicken and BBQ sauce; cook about 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  3. Stir in cooked rice and corn; cook 3-4 minutes more until heated through.
  4. Sprinkle cheddar evenly over top.
  5. Cover; cook 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
  6. Add optional green onions and extra BBQ sauce.
  7. Serve hot.

Notes

You can use any type of cooked chicken you have on hand, like rotisserie chicken or leftovers. Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or peas for extra color and nutrition. This dish is perfect for meal prep and makes great leftovers.