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One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta

A bold, sweet, smoky, and spicy one-pan pasta featuring seared sausage, honey BBQ sauce, and tender pasta cooked in a glossy, flavorful glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 5 bowls
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: American, BBQ Fusion
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 14 oz smoked sausage or kielbasa sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce bold or smoky
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 10 oz short pasta penne, rotini, shells, etc.
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes more for heat
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp parsley chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet with lid
  • Cutting board
  • Chef’s knife
  • Wooden spoon

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Add sausage and brown on both sides.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add uncooked pasta, chili flakes, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  4. Pour in chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey. Mix well.
  5. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes until pasta is tender.
  6. Uncover and cook a few minutes more to reduce sauce into a glossy glaze.
  7. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Add cheddar or smoked gouda for a cheesy version. Adjust spice by adding more chili flakes.