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Honey BBQ Chicken Penne

Honey BBQ Chicken Penne: A One-Pan Comfort Meal Delight

This Honey BBQ Chicken Penne is a quick, satisfying one-pan recipe, perfect for busy weeknights and family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with vegetable oil if needed.
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast or Thighs Consider chickpeas or tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to use fresh garlic instead.
For the Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika with a splash of liquid smoke works too.
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a great alternative.
  • 1 cup Honey BBQ Sauce Consider making your own using ketchup, honey, vinegar, and spices.
  • 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Feel free to swap for other pasta types.

Equipment

  • large non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add bite-sized pieces of chicken breast or thighs into the skillet, seasoning them with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Lower the heat to medium and pour ½ cup of chicken broth into the skillet, scraping up the browned bits.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of honey BBQ sauce and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce into the skillet, letting it bubble for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add 8 oz of uncooked penne pasta into the skillet, followed by enough water to barely cover the pasta. Cover and let it simmer for 12-15 minutes.
  6. Once the pasta reaches an al dente texture, return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir everything together and heat for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with cheese or red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 35gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider prepping a double batch for quick meals. Adjust the honey BBQ sauce according to your taste.

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