One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne
Craving a cozy dinner that’s bursting with flavor yet easy on the cleanup? Look no further than this One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne! In just 30 minutes, you can create a delightful meal featuring tender chicken coated in a smoky-sweet BBQ sauce, simmered with perfectly cooked penne pasta—all in one skillet. This recipe combines savory and sweet elements for a satisfying dish that both kids and adults will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 oz uncooked penne pasta
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- Optional: chopped parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, shredded cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces seasoned with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Sear until golden brown and cooked through, then set aside.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth to lift the flavorful bits.
- Stir in honey BBQ sauce (and soy sauce if using) and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and enough water to cover it (about 1 to 1½ cups). Cover and let simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Return seared chicken to the skillet and stir well; simmer for another 2-3 minutes.
- Adjust seasonings if necessary and serve warm with garnishes like parsley or cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg