Description
This One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne is a quick and flavorful dinner recipe combining tender chicken, perfectly cooked penne pasta, and a delicious honey barbecue sauce. It’s an easy skillet meal that balances sweet, savory, and tangy flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Other Ingredients
- 8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
- 1 cup honey barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Chopped fresh parsley (optional)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and season them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Cook the chicken, stirring occasionally, until it is browned on all sides and mostly cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add sauces and pasta: Stir in the honey barbecue sauce, soy sauce, and chicken broth into the skillet with the chicken. Then, add the uncooked penne pasta and bring the entire mixture to a boil over medium heat.
- Simmer the dish: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Let it simmer gently for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the pasta is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Add cheese (optional): If using cheese, sprinkle shredded cheddar or mozzarella evenly over the top of the skillet mixture. Cover again and let the cheese melt for 1-2 minutes until smooth and gooey.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the lid, then top the dish with chopped fresh parsley and crushed red pepper flakes if desired. Serve the One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne hot to enjoy the perfect blend of flavors.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicier results, or chicken breasts for a leaner option.
- You can adjust the amount of honey BBQ sauce to your taste preference.
- For a spicier kick, increase crushed red pepper flakes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- This dish reheats well and makes great leftovers for the next day.
- Add a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: one-pan, honey BBQ chicken, penne pasta, quick dinner, easy skillet meal, chicken pasta, weeknight dinner, honey barbecue sauce
