Description

This One-Pot Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta is a weeknight dinner hero. Juicy chicken pieces are cooked to perfection and coated in a sweet and smoky honey garlic BBQ sauce, then tossed with tender rotini pasta. Everything is cooked in one pot, making it both flavorful and easy to clean up. Perfectly balanced between savory, tangy, and slightly sweet, this pasta is guaranteed to satisfy the whole family.

Ingredients

Scale

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces

Salt and pepper to taste

2 teaspoons garlic powder (or 2 garlic cloves, minced)

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

2 cups rotini pasta (or any short pasta)

1 1/2 cups chicken broth

3/4 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

2 tablespoons honey

1 tablespoon soy sauce

Optional: chopped parsley or green onions for garnish

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large, deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
Add chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Sauté for about 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Pour in chicken broth, BBQ sauce, honey, and soy sauce. Stir well.
Add pasta and stir again. Bring mixture to a boil.
Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove lid and stir. Adjust sauce consistency by simmering uncovered or adding liquid.
Garnish with parsley or green onions before serving, if desired.