Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet: A Flavorful One-Pan Wonder
A rich and glossy Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet made in one pan with tender pasta, caramelized sausage, and a sweet-savory garlic honey sauce. A quick and comforting weeknight dinner packed with bold flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American-Inspired
Ingredients
- 12 oz (340 g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or short pasta)
- 1 lb (450 g) sausage, sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown sausage for 5–7 minutes until crispy. Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic to the same skillet and sauté 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar until combined.
- Add chicken broth and simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return sausage to skillet and simmer 3–4 minutes to coat in sauce.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to combine. Add reserved pasta water if needed.
- Stir in butter until melted and glossy.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with parsley and Parmesan.
Notes
- Use smoked sausage for extra depth of flavor.
- Adjust honey for more or less sweetness.