One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne
Looking for a cozy, flavor-packed dinner that can be made in no time? Our One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne is the perfect solution! This dish features juicy, golden-seared chicken simmered in a smoky and sweet honey BBQ sauce, all tossed together with tender penne pasta in a single skillet. It’s an easy weeknight meal that delivers comfort and excitement, making it ideal for busy evenings or satisfying weekend cravings. With its sticky and savory-sweet bites, this crowd-pleaser is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 8 oz uncooked penne pasta
- 1 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Sear until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken and deglaze the pan with chicken broth to lift the browned bits.
- Stir in honey BBQ sauce and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add uncooked penne and enough water to cover. Cover the skillet and let simmer for 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, stir well, and simmer for another two minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and garnish with parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg