Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering Sticky Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta, a dish that perfectly marries the sweetness of honey with the tangy notes of BBQ sauce and zesty garlic. This simple yet satisfying recipe can be prepared in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With tender chicken and pasta coated in a flavorful sticky sauce, this dish is bound to become a favorite in your kitchen. Plus, it’s easily customizable—swap proteins or add your favorite veggies for a personal touch. Enjoy a taste of comfort food that brings everyone together around the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz fusilli or penne pasta
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, green onions, Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat; sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, BBQ sauce, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes; simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken and toss in the sauce; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Fold in cooked pasta and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm garnished with green onions and Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg