# Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta Skillet

This Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage Pasta Skillet is an easy dinner that is smoky, sweet, a little spicy, and packed with saucy sausage and tender pasta in every bite.

- Servings: 4 servings
- Total time: 25 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 12 ounces rotini pasta
- 14 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley or green onions

## Instructions

1. Cook the rotini according to package directions until tender, about 9 to 10 minutes.
2. Drain and set aside.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the sliced sausage and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until browned.
5. Add onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
6. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, honey, hot sauce, chicken broth, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
8. Pour into the skillet and stir well.
9. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes.
10. Add the cooked pasta and toss until everything is evenly coated.
11. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese if using and let it melt for 1 to 2 minutes.
12. Finish with parsley or green onions if desired and serve hot.

## Equipment

- large skillet
- small bowl

## Tips

- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DW6Ky3CD4_w/?igsh=MXdhOHZvM21qeHVzeQ==
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/93855df4-4b2a-42f4-bcd0-939daa8f13d6
- Extracted: 2026-04-21

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