One-Pot Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta Recipe
This One-Pot Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta is a delicious and easy dinner option combining tender chicken, sweet honey, tangy BBQ sauce, and perfectly cooked rotini pasta all in one pot. With savory garlic and a touch of fresh parsley, it’s a flavorful weeknight meal that requires minimal cleanup and maximum taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Pasta
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 12 oz rotini pasta
Sauce and Seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (use your favorite)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cups chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken breast, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same pot, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not burnt.
- Add Sauce Ingredients: Pour in the BBQ sauce, honey, and chicken broth. Stir everything well to combine the flavors.
- Cook Pasta: Add the rotini pasta to the pot and stir to ensure it is fully submerged in the liquid. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook uncovered for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce: Once the pasta is cooked, add the cooked chicken back into the pot. Stir well to coat the chicken with the honey garlic BBQ sauce and warm through.
- Garnish and Serve: Turn off the heat and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve the pasta hot for a comforting, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce to customize the flavor profile—smoky, spicy, or sweet.
- Make sure to stir occasionally while simmering the pasta to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
- For a creamier texture, you can add a splash of heavy cream or cream cheese towards the end of cooking.
- This dish can be made with gluten-free pasta to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on stovetop or microwave.
Keywords: one-pot, honey garlic, BBQ chicken, pasta, easy dinner, weeknight meal
