One-Skillet Creamy Smoky BBQ Chicken & Sausage Pasta
This one-skillet pasta dish combines smoked sausage, chicken, and a creamy BBQ sauce for a quick and flavorful meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked beef sausage (sliced)
- 1 lb cooked chicken (diced)
- 12 oz rotini or penne pasta (uncooked)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup diced onion
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper (to taste)
- Chopped cilantro or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced sausage and diced onions to the pan.
- Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sausage is browned and onions are softened.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, BBQ sauce, and uncooked pasta.
- Stir well and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once pasta is tender, remove lid and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Mix well until the sauce thickens.
- Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a minute to thicken slightly.
- Garnish with cilantro or green onions.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 30g | Sodium: 800mg