Description
One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together spicy sausage, al dente pasta, and a delightful honey BBQ sauce, all cooked in just one skillet. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only easy to make but also requires minimal cleanup. The combination of spices and sweetness offers a comforting meal that pleases both kids and adults alike. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping out the sausage to suit your taste. Enjoy a hearty dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Rotini Pasta
- 12 oz Spicy Sausage (Andouille or Italian), sliced
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup BBQ Sauce (smoky or honey-based)
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Chili Powder or Cayenne Pepper
Instructions
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook rotini pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until browned (5–7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in BBQ sauce, honey, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper; simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Return sausage to the skillet with drained pasta; toss to coat evenly.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg