Description
One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne is a simple and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, pasta, and a tangy sauce.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cups penne pasta (uncooked)
- 1 ½ cups water or chicken broth
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce (preferably smoky variety)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Optional: chopped parsley or green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add penne pasta and water or chicken broth to the pan.
- Stir in BBQ sauce, honey, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or green onion, if desired, and serve.
Notes
- Use smoky BBQ sauce for extra flavor.
- Adjust seasonings to your taste.
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: One-Pan, Tangy, Honey, BBQ, Chicken, Penne