Bold Smoky BBQ Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Bold Smoky BBQ Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta, a dish that brings comfort and flavor to your dinner table in just 25 minutes. Imagine tender pieces of chicken enveloped in a rich, smoky BBQ sauce, mingling with aromatic garlic butter and perfectly cooked penne pasta. This one-pan wonder is not only easy to prepare but also offers a symphony of flavors that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s an inviting meal that creates lasting memories with every bite. Treat your taste buds to this deliciously satisfying dish today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pan cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup smoky BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- Olive oil
- Smoked paprika
- Salt & black pepper
- Grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta in salted boiling water until al dente, about 9 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; add to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in the smoky BBQ sauce and let simmer for 2–3 minutes. Stir in the unsalted butter until melted.
- Add the cooked penne and browned chicken back into the skillet; toss until well coated.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg