Description
A simple one-pan dish featuring tender chicken and penne pasta coated in a tangy honey BBQ sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup water
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Cook until browned.
- Add penne pasta, BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, and water. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Adjust honey and vinegar to balance sweetness and tanginess.
- Use whole wheat penne for a healthier option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: one-pan, honey BBQ, chicken, penne, pasta