One-Pan Tangy Honey BBQ Chicken (Print Version)
Honey BBQ chicken and penne blend in one skillet for a saucy, savory all-in-one weeknight dinner.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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8 ounces uncooked penne pasta
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1 cup honey barbecue sauce
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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Salt, to taste
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Pepper, to taste
→ Optional Garnishes
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Chopped fresh parsley
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Crushed red pepper flakes
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Shredded cheddar cheese
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Shredded mozzarella cheese
# Steps:
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Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, season with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Sear until chicken is golden brown and fully cooked. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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Pour chicken broth into the skillet and deglaze by scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
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Stir in honey barbecue sauce and soy sauce. Allow mixture to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
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Add uncooked penne pasta and enough water (about 1 to 1½ cups) to just cover the pasta. Cover and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
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Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to blend the flavors.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Scatter chopped parsley, a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes, and shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese over the top, if desired, before serving.
# Notes:
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For a smokier flavor, increase the smoked paprika. Adjust the level of honey barbecue sauce for preferred sweetness.