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one pot bold honey bbq sausage pasta

One-Pot Bold Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta

angela
This one-pot pasta combines smoked sausage, tender penne or rotini, honey BBQ sauce, heavy cream, and cheddar cheese for a bold, creamy, and savory American-style meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine American
Servings 1 cup
Calories 520 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • mixing spoon
  • measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 12 ounces penne or rotini pasta
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup honey BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup diced onions
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté diced onions until translucent (about 3-4 minutes).
  • Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned (5-6 minutes).
  • Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add pasta; cook according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes).
  • Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream and honey BBQ sauce until well combined.
  • Gradually add cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
  • Adjust seasonings if needed and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

Adjust the salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste. Cook the pasta until al dente, then stir in the cream, BBQ sauce, and cheddar cheese for a rich, creamy finish.
Keyword BBQ pasta, creamy sausage pasta, honey BBQ sausage pasta, one pot pasta, smoked sausage pasta