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Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet

Delicious Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet in 25 Min

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This Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet is a quick and delicious dinner solution, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Pasta Any type, preferably cooked al dente
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing the sausage
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh is best to avoid bitterness
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can substitute with agave nectar
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar Lemon juice can be an alternative
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Omit for a dairy-free version
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust based on spice preference
For the Sausage and Garnish
  • 1 pound Sausage Italian or chicken sausage
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Can substitute with basil or cilantro
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Optional, skip for dairy-free

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and brown the sausage for 5-7 minutes until golden and crispy.
  3. Lower heat, add minced garlic to the skillet, and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar to create a sauce, cooking for an additional minute.
  5. Pour in chicken broth, stirring to combine, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken.
  6. Return the sausage to the skillet, mixing it with the sauce and simmering for another 3-4 minutes.
  7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing gently with the sauce and incorporating reserved pasta water as needed.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley, and add Parmesan cheese if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe is highly customizable; feel free to adjust the spice levels or swap ingredients based on your preferences.

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