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One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta

One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta Made Easy

One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta is a quick, flavorful dish that's perfect for busy nights, combining savory sausage and pasta in a sweet and spicy sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Rotini Pasta You can substitute with penne, fusilli, or bowtie pasta if preferred.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 1 cup BBQ Sauce Choose a sweeter BBQ sauce for a milder flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Maple syrup can be a substitute.
  • 1 tbsp Paprika Use smoked paprika for extra depth.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust amount to taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to your taste.
  • 1 tsp Pepper Adjust to your taste.
For the Sausage
  • 1 lb Sausage (Andouille, Italian, or Kielbasa) Opt for chicken sausage for a milder flavor.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Alternatively, use garlic powder.
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Substitute with basil or cilantro if desired.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add another splash of olive oil to the skillet, reduce the heat, and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Stir in BBQ sauce, honey, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Return the sausage and pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently to maintain moisture.

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