Sweet Smoky BBQ Garlic Butter Sausage Penne
Sweet Smoky BBQ Garlic Butter Sausage Penne is a comforting dish that brings warmth and rich flavors to the table. This hearty pasta features perfectly cooked penne enveloped in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with smoky BBQ goodness. The savory Italian sausage adds depth, while the creamy texture ensures each bite is indulgent yet satisfying. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings with friends, this recipe is easy to make and promises smiles all around.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb chicken or turkey sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup smoky BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and cook the penne pasta until al dente, about 10–12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until golden, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks.
- Remove the sausage and melt the butter in the same skillet. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in BBQ sauce and heavy cream, allowing the mixture to simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the sausage to the skillet, then add the cooked penne pasta, tossing everything together until well coated.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning as needed. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before plating.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg