Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ingredients

For the Skillet:

12 ounces pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced into ½-inch rounds
1 small onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 bell pepper (any color), diced
For the Sticky Honey Garlic Sauce:

⅓ cup honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
1 teaspoon sesame oil
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
¼ cup chicken broth or water
For Garnish (Optional):

Fresh parsley or green onions, chopped
Sesame seeds
Grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Cook the Pasta : Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cook the Sausage : Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove to a plate and set aside.

Sauté the Veggies : In the same skillet, add onion and bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Make the Sauce : Add honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes (if using), and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes sticky.

Combine Everything : Return the sausage to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the sticky honey garlic sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes to heat through.

️ Serve ️: Spoon into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley or green onions, sesame seeds, or a sprinkle of Parmesan if desired. Enjoy this sweet, savory, and garlicky one-skillet meal!