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 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add chicken pieces; season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Cook until golden brown (6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Deglaze the pan with chicken broth, scraping any brown bits.
- Stir in honey BBQ sauce and soy sauce (if using); let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add uncooked penne and enough water to barely cover it (about 1 to 1½ cups). Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet; stir to combine flavors and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning if needed; garnish with chopped parsley, crushed red pepper flakes, and shredded cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg