Description
Sticky Sweet Chili BBQ Chicken Pasta is a vibrant fusion dish that combines the sweetness of chili sauce with the smoky richness of BBQ sauce, enveloping tender chicken and colorful vegetables atop perfectly cooked pasta. This recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a breeze to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can serve up a comforting bowl of this delightful meal, packed with flavors that will impress family and friends alike. Customize it to your liking by choosing your favorite pasta and adding seasonal veggies for an extra touch of freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 8 oz spaghetti (or pasta of choice)
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté diced red onion and bell peppers for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add cooked chicken, sweet chili sauce, and BBQ sauce; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add uncooked pasta, ensuring it’s submerged in the sauce; cover pot.
- Cook for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 73g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg