Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne, a delightful dish that combines juicy chicken and tender penne pasta in a rich, sweet-savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this one-pan recipe minimizes cleanup while maximizing flavor. The golden-seared chicken is coated in a smoky honey BBQ sauce, creating sticky, soul-satisfying bites that will please everyone at the table. This dish is not just quick and easy; it’s also customizable—swap out proteins or add your favorite veggies to suit your family’s tastes. Get ready to savor every delicious moment!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 8 oz uncooked penne pasta
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Sear until golden brown; remove from skillet.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in honey BBQ sauce and soy sauce (if using); simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add uncooked penne and enough water to cover; cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Return chicken to skillet; stir well and simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg