One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken Penne. This easy-to-make dish features succulent chicken pieces coated in a smoky, sweet honey BBQ sauce simmered with tender penne pasta—all cooked in a single skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights or a cozy weekend meal, this flavorful recipe combines simplicity with deliciousness. With every bite, enjoy the sticky, savory-sweet goodness that will have your family coming back for seconds. Plus, cleanup is a breeze!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- 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)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Sear until golden brown and cooked through; remove from skillet.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Stir in honey BBQ sauce and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add uncooked penne and enough water to cover it slightly; cover and simmer for about 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, stir to combine and simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary, then garnish with parsley and crushed red pepper flakes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 67g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg