One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta
One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta delivers a delightful blend of savory and sweet, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This vibrant dish features spicy sausage sautéed with colorful bell peppers, combined with pasta and coated in a rich honey BBQ sauce. It’s not just easy to prepare but also a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone together around the table. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a satisfying meal that’s bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz spicy sausage links
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup smoky BBQ sauce
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (mix of red, yellow, green)
- 1 medium sweet onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced spicy sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes.
- Add chopped bell peppers and onions to the skillet; stir until softened, approximately 3 minutes.
- Mix in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in cooked penne pasta, honey, BBQ sauce, and chicken broth until fully coated.
- Let the mixture simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Swap spicy sausage for chicken or tofu for a different protein option. - Add veggies like spinach or zucchini for extra color and nutrition. - Adjust sweetness or spice level by modifying the amount of honey or BBQ sauce.