Grilled Chicken with Barbecue Sauce Pasta Recipe

Pasta with BBQ Chicken

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Servings: 4

An effortless, speedy one-pot pasta dish featuring BBQ chicken, bacon, and cheese.

ingredients

• 4 slices of bacon, chopped
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 bell pepper, chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 1/2 cups chicken broth (link)
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 (15 ounce) can of diced tomatoes
• 8 ounces of pasta (gluten-free if needed)
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

directions

1. In a large pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy, then set aside, leaving the grease in the pan.
2. In the same pan, add chicken seasoned with onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, cooking for 5 minutes.
3. Introduce the onion and pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about a minute.
5. Stir in the broth, BBQ sauce, tomatoes, bacon, and pasta; bring to a boil, then lower the heat and let simmer until pasta is tender, stirring occasionally.
6. Incorporate the green onions, top with cheese, cover to melt before serving!

Option: Stir in 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning into the sauce!