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One-Pot Bold Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta

One-Pot Bold Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

Experience the harmony of smoky sausage and sweet honey BBQ sauce in this One-Pot Bold Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Comfort Food
Calories: 700
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 ounces Penne or Rotini pasta Can substitute with gluten-free pasta
  • 1 pound Smoked Sausage Or substitute with chicken sausage or plant-based options
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian version
For the Cream Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk is a dairy-free alternative
  • ½ cup Honey BBQ Sauce Use any BBQ sauce variant to suit your taste
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use dairy-free cheese for a dairy-free option
For the Aromatics
  • 1 medium Diced Onion Red or green onions work as substitutes
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Any cooking oil can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is a possible alternative
Seasoning and Garnish
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • optional Chopped Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add sliced smoked sausage and diced onions, cooking for 5–7 minutes.
  2. Once the sausage and onions are ready, decrease the heat slightly, and add 3 cups of chicken broth, 1 cup of heavy cream, and ½ cup of honey BBQ sauce to the pot. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, along with salt and pepper to your taste.
  3. Next, add 12 ounces of uncooked penne pasta to the pot, ensuring it is fully submerged in the sauce. Increase the heat to bring the liquid to a lively boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let the mixture simmer for 10–12 minutes.
  5. After the pasta has absorbed most of the sauce and is cooked al dente, remove the pot from the heat. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until it melts seamlessly into the creamy sauce.
  6. Spoon the pasta into bowls while it’s warm and bubbly. Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 700kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 25gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for family dinners and gatherings, and leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the fridge.

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