Description
Sweet & Spicy BBQ Chicken Rotini is a comforting and flavorful dish that masterfully combines the rich, smoky essence of barbecue sauce with the delightful texture of rotini pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick recipe can be prepared in just 35 minutes. Packed with sweet and spicy notes and topped with melted cheddar cheese, this dish is not only satisfying but also versatile, allowing you to customize it to your taste. Whether you’re serving it family-style or in individual bowls, Sweet & Spicy BBQ Chicken Rotini will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 12 oz rotini pasta
- 2 cups sweet and spicy barbecue sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/2 cup sliced green onions
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- Cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, combine cooked chicken, barbecue sauce, chicken broth, red bell pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well and let simmer for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the cooked rotini to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the sauce.
- Fold in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg