Description

Get ready to fall in love with the ultimate cozy-meets-creamy comfort dish—One-Pot Creamy Honey Chicken & Sausage Pasta. This hearty, flavor-packed meal brings together juicy chicken breast, smoky sausage, tender pasta, and a silky honey-kissed cream sauce, all simmered to perfection in one single pot. It’s the perfect quick dinner for busy weeknights, and works beautifully as a leftover lunch. Whether you’re looking for dinner ideas, a quick weeknight recipe, or a dish to impress your family, this easy recipe will become a new favorite in your rotation. With a delicious balance of sweet and savory, this is one of those food ideas that feels like a hug in a bowl.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, diced
10 oz smoked sausage, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
3 tbsp honey
12 oz penne pasta (or similar)
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Heat olive oil or butter in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
In the same pot, add sliced sausage and sear until browned. Remove and set aside.
Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Stir in heavy cream and honey, and bring to a light simmer.
Add pasta, stir, and bring mixture to a gentle boil. Cover and simmer for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Return chicken and sausage to the pot. Stir and let everything simmer uncovered for 2–3 minutes.
Turn off the heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot and garnish with extra cheese or red pepper flakes if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes