Description
Sticky Sweet Chili BBQ Chicken Pasta is a mouthwatering fusion dish that brilliantly combines the sweet and spicy notes of chili sauce with the smoky richness of BBQ. Perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, this one-pot meal is as simple to make as it is satisfying. With tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta, every bite offers an explosion of flavor that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite proteins and veggies, making it a versatile addition to your weeknight dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 8 oz spaghetti or pasta of your choice
- 1 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions or sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Sauté diced red onion and bell peppers for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in cooked chicken along with sweet chili and BBQ sauces; mix well.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Add uncooked pasta, ensuring it's submerged in the sauce.
- Cover and simmer for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is al dente.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 65mg