Can I make this Spicy Sausage Pasta less spicy?

Absolutely! To control the heat, use a mild or sweet sausage instead of a spicy one, and omit the chili powder or cayenne pepper from the sauce. You'll still have a delicious and smoky honey BBQ flavor.

Can I add vegetables to this dish?

Yes, this is a great recipe for adding veggies! Sliced bell peppers, onions, or zucchini would be fantastic additions. Simply sauté them in the skillet for a few minutes after the garlic, before adding the other sauce ingredients and pasta.

My one-pot pasta sauce seems too thin. What should I do?

If the pasta is fully cooked but there is still too much liquid in the pan, simply remove the lid and let the sauce simmer for a few more minutes. This will allow the excess liquid to evaporate and the sauce to reduce and thicken to a perfect consistency.

Spicy Sausage Pasta: The #1 Ultimate One-Pot Dinner Recipe

The Ultimate One-Skillet Spicy Honey BBQ Sausage & Pasta

A quick and flavorful one-skillet pasta dish featuring spicy sausage and a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce. Sliced Andouille or Italian sausage is browned and then combined with cooked rotini pasta. The dish is tossed in a simple sauce made from honey-based BBQ sauce, honey, garlic, and spices, creating a hearty and satisfying weeknight meal.

Author: Evelyn
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Boiling, Sautéing
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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12 oz Rotini Pasta
12 oz Spicy Sausage (Andouille or Italian), sliced
1 tbsp Olive Oil
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 cup BBQ Sauce (smoky or honey-based)
2 tbsp Honey
1 tsp Paprika
1/2 tsp Chili Powder or Cayenne Pepper (adjust to taste)
Salt & Pepper, to taste
Fresh Parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until it is browned and caramelized. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the BBQ sauce, honey, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
Return the cooked sausage and the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and sausage are evenly coated in the sauce.
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Using the same skillet to cook the sausage and make the sauce helps to incorporate more flavor into the final dish.
Cook the pasta to ‘al dente’ as it will continue to absorb a small amount of sauce.
You can adjust the amount of chili powder or cayenne pepper to control the level of spiciness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: 550-650
Sugar: 20-28 g
Sodium: 1200-1500 mg
Fat: 25-30 g
Saturated Fat: 8-11 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 60-70 g
Fiber: 3-5 g
Protein: 20-25 g
Cholesterol: 50-70 mg

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