Description
Sticky Sweet Honey Smoky BBQ Chicken Pasta is the epitome of comfort food that combines tender chicken in a luscious, creamy sauce with pasta that soaks up all the delicious flavors. This fusion of sweet and smoky tastes makes for an irresistible dish that’s sure to please everyone at the dinner table. Whether you’re looking for an easy weeknight meal or a flavorful dinner to impress guests, this recipe has got you covered. It’s quick, simple, and packed with everything you love about good home cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounce penne or rotini pasta
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 cup smoky honey BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounce cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
2. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden brown.
4. Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the chicken; stir to coat evenly.
5. Pour in the smoky honey BBQ sauce and honey; stir to combine.
6. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
7. Stir in the heavy cream and cream cheese until melted and smooth.
8. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce; stir well to combine.
9. Gradually mix in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese until melted.
10. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions before serving.
Notes
For meal prepping, cook chicken and pasta separately and mix with sauce when ready to eat. Store components in airtight containers for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg