Description
One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta is a bold, satisfying dish that combines spicy sausage with a sweet and tangy BBQ glaze. Cooked all in one skillet, it’s the perfect weeknight comfort food—minimal effort, maximum flavor.
Ingredients
12 oz rotini pasta
1 lb spicy smoked sausage, sliced
1 tbsp olive oil
1 cup BBQ sauce (smoky preferred)
3 tbsp honey
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper to taste
2 1/2 cups water or chicken broth
Optional: chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear sausage slices until browned on both sides, about 4–5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add paprika, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat.
- Pour in BBQ sauce and honey. Stir and let bubble for 1 minute.
- Add uncooked pasta and water or broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low.
- Simmer 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
- Stir well, taste, and adjust seasoning. Garnish with parsley if desired.