One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne
This recipe combines chicken, pasta, and a tangy BBQ sauce for a flavorful one-pan meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- ½ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
For the Pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 12 oz penne pasta
For the Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet. Cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the penne pasta, stir, and reduce heat to a simmer. Cook until the pasta is tender.
- Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheese until melted. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey according to your taste.