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One Pot Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta cooking in a pot on the stove

One Pot Honey Garlic BBQ Chicken Pasta

Creamy, sweet, and smoky chicken pasta made in one pot with honey, garlic, rotini, and barbecue sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 790
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup chicken breast cut into small cubes
  • 1 1/4 cups dry rotini pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add chicken, salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  2. Add minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey to coat the chicken, then add barbecue sauce and mix well.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Add dry rotini pasta, ensuring it is covered by liquid. Cook uncovered for 12 to 14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream and let the sauce thicken for 2 to 3 minutes. Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
  5. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes to thicken. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Add a splash of broth when reheating.