This dish brings together tender chicken, penne pasta, and a tangy honey BBQ sauce in one skillet. The chicken sears for extra flavor, then simmers with the pasta and sauce for easy cleanup and deep taste. Smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of soy add depth, while garnishes like parsley and cheese make it customizable. Perfect for busy weeknights, it offers savory, sweet, and smoky flavors that the whole family will love.
When weeknights call for something quick and deeply satisfying with a little sweet smoky kick, this one-pan tangy honey BBQ chicken penne never fails. Every bite delivers tender bites of chicken, pasta bathed in sticky sauce, and just a hint of spice all finished in a single skillet. It is my go-to when I want minimal cleanup but still crave full-on comfort.
I first tossed this together after a frantic day and now my husband lights up any time I say it is going on the stove. It is become a regular in our menu rotation and I never mind because who does not love less dishwashing
Ingredients
Boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts: choose what you like best the thighs stay juicy but breasts work too try for organic or air-chilled chicken for the best flavor
Uncooked penne pasta: look for bronze-cut dried pasta which holds sauce better
Honey BBQ sauce: brings all the sweet and smoky notes I like to use a thicker brand for more cling
Olive oil: a good fruity extra virgin adds a nice richness
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