Description
This One-Pan BBQ Chicken Pasta is a simple yet delicious meal that combines tender chicken, penne pasta, and a zesty BBQ sauce for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite variety)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, then add the penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté the chicken until it’s cooked through and lightly browned.
- Add the BBQ Sauce and Broth: Pour in the BBQ sauce and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add the cooked pasta, corn, and black beans to the pot, stirring everything together to ensure the pasta is well-coated in the BBQ sauce.
- Melt the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top, cover the pot, and let it cook for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pot from the heat, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, and serve the One-Pan BBQ Chicken Pasta warm.
Notes
- Cook the Chicken Thoroughly: Ensure the chicken pieces are cooked through and lightly browned for tenderness.
- Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Cook the penne pasta al dente to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Balance the Flavors: Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Store Leftovers Properly: Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 10 grams
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg