Description

This One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken, flavorful BBQ sauce, and perfectly cooked penne pasta in one skillet. The tangy sweetness of the BBQ sauce pairs beautifully with the savory chicken and pasta, creating a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Pasta:

8 oz uncooked penne pasta
1 cup honey BBQ sauce
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)

For Garnish:

Chopped parsley
Crushed red pepper flakes
Shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Sear until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

Pour in chicken broth and deglaze the pan by scraping up brown bits.
Stir in honey BBQ sauce and soy sauce. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Add uncooked penne and enough water to barely cover pasta (about 1 to 1½ cups).

Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.

Return chicken to skillet. Stir and simmer for another 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Add garnishes if desired.

Notes

You can customize this dish by adding your favorite vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini.
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the BBQ sauce mixture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-Frying, Simmering
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 480
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 65g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: One-Pan, Chicken Penne, BBQ Sauce, Easy, Comfort Food