One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta
This One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish featuring smoky sausage, sweet honey BBQ sauce, and tender pasta. Perfect for busy weeknights, this flavorful meal combines savory, spicy, and sweet notes for a satisfying dinner. With its simple one-skillet preparation, cleanup is a breeze, and the addition of fresh vegetables like bell pepper and corn makes it both tasty and nutritious. Ready in just 30 minutes, this hearty dish is a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet/One-Pot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
12 oz penne pasta
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup BBQ sauce
1/2 cup honey
1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage, chopped onion, and bell pepper. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the vegetables soften and the sausage is browned.
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Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in chicken broth, BBQ sauce, and honey. Add the uncooked pasta and stir well.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
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Stir in corn kernels and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
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You can swap smoked sausage for andouille for extra heat or chicken sausage for a lighter option.
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Add mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach for extra veggies.
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To spice it up, add red pepper flakes or a spicier BBQ sauce.
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Increase honey for a sweeter taste or use a sugar substitute.
