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One-Pot Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta | Easy Weeknight Dinner
Allison Bryant

One-Pot Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta

This efficient, one-pot meal is the perfect solution for busy weeknights, blending lean chicken or turkey sausage with a smoky, tangy honey BBQ sauce. By cooking the pasta directly in the seasoned broth, the noodles absorb maximum flavor while creating a naturally creamy, restaurant-quality texture. It is a hearty, protein-packed dish that minimizes cleanup without sacrificing the comfort-food experience you crave.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Modern American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb high-quality chicken or turkey sausage, sliced
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 12 oz whole grain or chickpea pasta
  • 1 cup low-sugar BBQ sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Fresh scallions for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large, deep-sided skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced sausage and brown until golden, then remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté the onions and garlic in the same pan until softened.
  4. Add the dry pasta, BBQ sauce, honey, and vegetable broth to the pan.
  5. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir frequently to ensure the pasta does not stick to the bottom.
  6. Return the browned sausage to the pan once the liquid reduces and pasta is al dente.
  7. Continue stirring until the sauce reaches a glossy, creamy consistency.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh scallions.

Notes

Ensure constant stirring to prevent the pasta from sticking during the absorption process. If the liquid evaporates too quickly before the pasta is cooked, add extra vegetable broth a quarter-cup at a time. This recipe is naturally dairy-free if using a suitable BBQ sauce.