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One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pasta

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By: LalainePosted: 10/26/2020Updated: 11/02/2020
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One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pasta loaded with bacon, chicken, cheese, and BBQ flavors cooked in one pot! Easy, cheesy, and tasty, it’s the perfect weeknight meal!

One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pasta in a white bowl
One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pasta

I work full time Mondays to Fridays, so most of the cooking I do for my two blogs happen on weekends. With about a dozen recipes cramped in two days, you can imagine the number of pots and pans that pile up.

Bless G! He handles the mountain of soiled dishes with nary a peep. And bless easy recipes like this one-pot barbecue chicken pasta! We get to enjoy a scrumptious meal with only ONE pot to deal with after.

cubed chicken, bacon, chopped tomatoes, chopped onions, green onions, chicken broth, barbecue sauce, shredded cheese, diced peppers

When I saw this recipe, I knew right away it was going to be a hit at our dinner table. With sweet and tangy BBQ sauce, al dente pasta, moist chicken, gooey cheese, and bacon crumbles. this one-pot chicken pasta has all the flavors we love.

bbq chicken pasta in a bowl with green onions and bacon crumbles

I did, however, modify it a little by adding chopped bell peppers and substituting fresh tomatoes for the canned variety and cream cheese for the milk. I also threw in a handful of green onions and crisp bacon crumbles just before serving for an additional pop of color and texture.

Oh boy! Was it indeed a hit! In fact, we sat and gobbled down our share with hardly a word between us until our plates were polished clean.

sauteed bell peppers, tomatoes, bacon in a skillet

The chicken pasta takes the stress out of busy weeknights.  It comes together in minutes yet tastes like you slaved in the kitchen all day long.

It needs no fancy ingredients or equipment to turn out amazing. Just simple pantry ingredients and ONE pot.

shredded cheese on chicken pasta in a skillet

Cooking tips

  • Depending on the brand or type (like whole-wheat) of pasta you use, you might need to adjust the amount of liquid used as well as cook time.
  • If the pasta is almost done and it’s still liquidy, remove the lid and continue to cook uncovered to allow the sauce to reduce more quickly. You can also add more cheese to thicken the sauce.
  • If the pasta looks dry, add more water or broth in 1/2 cup increments to loosen.

BBQ Chicken Pasta in a white bow with a fork

Serving suggestions

  • Serve with cheesy garlic bread and tossed salad for a truly amazing weeknight meal!
  • Store leftovers in a container with a tight-fitting lid and keep refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a microwave at 2 to 3-minute intervals until completely heated through, stirring well after each addition. To reheat in the oven, transfer to an oven-safe dish and warm in a 350 F oven for about 10 to 15  minutes or until heated through.

For more easy recipes, check out these one-pan chicken stroganoff and cheeseburger pasta.

Did you make this? Be sure to leave a review below and tag me @OnionRingsAndThings on Facebook and Instagram!

One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pasta in a white bowl
5 from 2 votes

One-Pot Barbecue Chicken Pasta

BBQ Chicken Pasta is quick, easy, and cooked in one pan Loaded with chicken, bacon, cheese, and BBQ flavors, it's a crowd-pleaser!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Author: Lalaine
Course: Pasta
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8 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound bacon, diced
  • 1 small onion, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded, cored, and chopped
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, seeded, cored, and chopped
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 Roma tomatoes, chopped
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 cup Barbecue sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
  • 1 pound uncooked penne pasta
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 green onions, ends trimmed and chopped
  • bacon crumbles, optional
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Instructions

  • In a pot over medium heat, add bacon. Cook, stirring regularly until it begins to render fat. 
  • Add onions, garlic and bell peppers. Cook, stirring regularly, until limp and aromatic.
  • Add chicken breast and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add tomatoes and cook, mashing with the back of the spoon, until softened and release juice. 
  • Add broth, barbecue sauce, and red pepper flakes. Stir until combined and bring to a boil.
  • Add pasta and stir to prevent from sticking together. Lower heat, cover and cook for about 15 minutes or until pasta is cooked but firm to bite. Stir every 5 minutes to prevent pasta from burning and sticking to the pan. 
  • Add cream cheese and stir until melted. Continue to cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until most of the liquid is absorbed.
  • Add cheddar cheese and stir just until melted.  
  • Garnish with green onions, and bacon crumbles, if desired. Serve hot.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 348g, Calories: 514kcal, Carbohydrates: 112g, Protein: 25.7g, Fat: 24.1g, Saturated Fat: 10.5g, Cholesterol: 112mg, Sodium: 1617mg, Potassium: 552mg, Fiber: 1.2g, Sugar: 11g, Vitamin A: 1350IU, Vitamin C: 50.3mg, Calcium: 160mg, Iron: 2.9mg

“This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.”

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  1. Gemma says

    Posted on 6/25/19 at 6:03 am

    Looks good!

    What BBQ sauce do you use? Asking from the UK 🙂

    Thanks

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 10/18/20 at 6:10 pm

      I like to use a brand called Sweet Ray’s 🙂

      Reply
  2. Chevelle says

    Posted on 7/6/17 at 9:13 pm

    This looks so good. My family would love it!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 7/6/17 at 10:52 pm

      I am sure they would 🙂

      Reply
  3. Clair says

    Posted on 7/3/17 at 8:40 pm

    This sounds and looks delicious! I am all about one pot meals, and can’t wait to try this one out!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 7/6/17 at 10:54 pm

      One-pot meals definitely make cooking for the family a lot easier 🙂

      Reply
  4. Anosa says

    Posted on 8/14/16 at 1:20 am

    Oh wow, how simple is this pasta dish, I am loving it. I too work monday to Friday so hardly have time too so weekends are when I cook

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/14/16 at 5:16 pm

      Oh yes, this pasta dish will be perfect for busy weeknight dinners. And a lot less pots and pans to deal with after is a big bonus in my book 🙂

      Reply
  5. Julie Syl Kalungi says

    Posted on 8/12/16 at 8:10 am

    Cheesey, Saucy, Chicken plus Pasta, you would have my children to your house in a jiffy. It looks super delicious. Add some hot Chilli for me and you got me too 🙂

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/14/16 at 5:14 pm

      My niece and nephew can’t get enough of this when I make it for them! And yes, a dash or two of hot chili will definitely take the flavors up a notch. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Rosey says

    Posted on 8/11/16 at 2:39 am

    Pasta dishes are always a big hit here. One dish? Even better.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/14/16 at 5:24 pm

      Who doesn’t like a good pasta dish, right? It’s the perfect comfort food. 🙂

      Reply
  7. Akhil Sharma says

    Posted on 8/10/16 at 7:02 am

    I love pasta, but unfortunately I am vegetarian. However, I will look for a better chicken substitute to make this mouth watering recipe.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/10/16 at 6:40 pm

      Hello Akhil

      You can skip the chicken if you like. The sauce and pasta alone are delicious 🙂

      Reply
  8. Lisa Rios says

    Posted on 8/10/16 at 5:38 am

    I love anything that involves chicken & my goodness this sounds like a delicious pasta that my husband would go crazy right away. Pasta is such a comforting dish anytime & I am going to try it out for sure!

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/10/16 at 6:56 pm

      I hope you do. The hubby is definitely going to love all the fantastic flavors 🙂

      Reply
  9. Nikki Wayne says

    Posted on 8/10/16 at 2:53 am

    Wow! My hubby will surely like this. I can’t wait to try it, I am heading to the supermarket now.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/10/16 at 6:42 pm

      This is one of my hubby’s regular requests for dinner. He loves the BBQ flavor and appreciates the fact that he has less pots to wash haha

      Reply
  10. Nicole Escat says

    Posted on 8/10/16 at 1:23 am

    Wow. I will definitely try this recipe. My son loves pasta and hoping that he will love this.

    Reply
  11. Karlaroundtheworld | Karla says

    Posted on 8/9/16 at 9:57 pm

    Wow, I never had anything like this and it looks amazingly delicious! The idea works well for my taste since I tend to have BBQ flavor for my food all the time if available.

    Reply
    • Lalaine says

      Posted on 8/10/16 at 6:56 pm

      Thanks, Karla 🙂

      Reply
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