Sweet and Tangy BBQ Meatball Pasta Recipe
This Sweet and Tangy BBQ Meatball Pasta is the perfect blend of savory and sweet, making it a family favorite! With BBQ sauce, honey, and meatballs tossed with pasta, it’s a hearty and delicious me
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1 lb frozen meatballs
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, combine BBQ sauce, ketchup, honey, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, and onion powder. Simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Add frozen meatballs to the sauce. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Stir cooked pasta into the skillet with the meatballs and sauce. Mix well to coat.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and let it melt. Garnish with green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Feel free to use your favorite BBQ sauce or make your own for a personal touch.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with mozzarella for a different flavor.
- Garnish with extra green onions for a fresh and crunchy touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 40mg