One-Pot Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta Recipe
This One-Pot Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta is a flavorful, easy-to-make meal combining tender chicken, savory BBQ sauce, sweet honey, and perfectly cooked rotini pasta. Cooked all in one pot, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
Pasta and Seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth (or water)
- 2 1/2 cups dry rotini pasta
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes or smoked paprika for extra kick
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook chicken: Add diced chicken to the hot oil and cook for 4–5 minutes until lightly browned on all sides.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute to enhance the aroma and flavor.
- Add sauces: Reduce heat to medium and add BBQ sauce, honey, and soy sauce. Stir well to coat the chicken pieces evenly with the sauce mixture.
- Add broth and pasta: Pour in chicken broth and add the dry rotini pasta. Mix well, ensuring the pasta is submerged in the liquid for even cooking.
- Simmer covered: Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Uncover and reduce sauce: Remove the cover and simmer for another 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the pasta reaches al dente texture.
- Season and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes or smoked paprika. Serve the pasta hot.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken broth with water, but broth adds more flavor.
- Adjust cooking time depending on your pasta brand to avoid overcooking.
- For a smoky flavor, use smoked paprika as an optional seasoning.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: one pot chicken pasta, honey garlic chicken, BBQ chicken pasta, easy weeknight dinner, stovetop pasta
