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Honey BBQ Chicken Penne

Honey BBQ Chicken Penne for a Cozy Weeknight Dinner

Enjoy a delightful Honey BBQ Chicken Penne that combines tender chicken, zesty BBQ sauce, and creamy cheeses for a cozy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Main protein source
  • to taste Salt Essential seasoning
  • to taste Pepper Essential seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For browning the chicken
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Signature flavor base
  • 1/4 cup Honey Balances tang with sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Adds acidity
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Adds sharpness and complexity
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Mild aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Provides warmth and smokiness
For the Pasta
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Infuses flavor
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta Captures sauce
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Adds creaminess
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Delivers nutty flavor
For the Finish
  • to taste Fresh Parsley Garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side.
  3. In the same skillet, combine BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add chicken broth and penne pasta. Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and stir to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the dish and cover until melted.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with veggies or swap pasta shapes for more variety.

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