One-Pan Fiery Creamy Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta
Experience the delightful explosion of flavors with our One-Pan Fiery Creamy Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta. This comforting dish blends savory Italian sausage with a rich, creamy honey BBQ sauce, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Ready in just 30 minutes, it requires minimal cleanup and offers endless possibilities for customization—add your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice to create a dish that’s uniquely yours. With its mouthwatering taste and quick preparation time, this meal is sure to impress everyone at your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
- 1 lb pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 can diced tomatoes (15 oz)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (to taste)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and red bell pepper until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add Italian sausage, cooking until browned (approximately 5–7 minutes).
- Mix in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, honey, BBQ sauce, and hot sauce; bring to a simmer.
- Add pasta to the skillet and ensure it's submerged in the sauce; cover and cook for about 10–12 minutes until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese; season with salt and pepper, cooking for an additional 2–3 minutes.
- Serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg