Description
One-Skillet BBQ Chicken & Cheese Pasta is the ultimate comfort dish, combining succulent chicken, creamy cheeses, and smoky barbecue sauce for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings, this easy one-pan recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, ensuring you can enjoy a hearty dinner without the hassle of extensive cleanup. The blend of flavors and textures will delight everyone at the table, making it a go-to favorite for both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cream cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add shredded chicken, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and barbecue sauce; stir in uncooked pasta until well combined.
- Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to low; simmer for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 605
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg