Description
Indulge in this creamy, hearty, and flavor-packed One-Pot Creamy Honey Chicken & Sausage Pasta! This quick dinner recipe combines juicy chicken breast, smoky sausage, and tender pasta all coated in a luscious honey-infused creamy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe offers comforting food ideas that everyone will love. Serve it as a satisfying main dish or meal-prep for lunch the next day. From dinner ideas to healthy snack alternatives, this versatile dish covers all the bases!
Ingredients
- Chicken Breast: 1 lb, diced
- Smoked Sausage: 1 lb, sliced
- Chicken Broth: 3 cups
- Heavy Cream: 1 cup
- Honey: 2 tbsp
- Penne Pasta: 12 oz
- Parmesan Cheese: 1 cup, freshly grated
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Olive Oil: 2 tbsp
- Salt and Black Pepper: To taste
- Italian Seasoning: 1 tsp
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes (Optional): For heat
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken and Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken breast and smoked sausage. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove from pot and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same pot, add more olive oil if needed. Reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add Liquids and Pasta: Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and honey. Stir to combine. Add uncooked penne pasta and stir to ensure it’s submerged.
- Simmer Until Pasta is Cooked: Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, and cover. Cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate Cheese and Meat: Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add the cooked chicken and sausage, mixing well. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes