Description
Transform your weeknight dinners with the Sticky Smoky Honey Garlic BBQ Sausage Pasta Skillet—a one-pan wonder that promises to delight your taste buds and bring loved ones together. This dish features tender penne pasta enveloped in a rich, smoky BBQ sauce, enhanced by the sweetness of honey and the savory notes of sautéed sausage and garlic. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy evenings when you crave comfort without hours in the kitchen. Each bite is a celebration of flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. Gather your ingredients and let’s create a meal that not only satisfies hunger but also creates memories around the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb smoked sausage (turkey or chicken)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Cherry tomatoes and fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté sliced sausage until golden brown, about 5–7 minutes.
- Add diced onion; cook until softened (3–4 minutes). Stir in minced garlic; cook for an additional minute.
- In a bowl, combine BBQ sauce, honey, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Pour into the skillet with sausage and onions; simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Toss in cooked penne pasta and halved cherry tomatoes; stir to combine thoroughly.
- Remove from heat; mix in freshly chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg