Growing up in Kansas, BBQ flavors were always the heart of home-cooked meals, and this One Skillet BBQ Cheesy Chicken Pasta brings all that savory goodness together in one pan. My mom used to make this dish for our family gatherings, always adding her own secret twist that made it unforgettable. The combination of tender chicken, cheesy pasta, and sweet BBQ sauce creates a meal that’s full of bold Kansas flavor, and I’ve kept that tradition alive.
This dish isn’t just quick and easy, but it’s also a crowd-pleaser. The simplicity of throwing everything into one skillet means less cleanup, but the flavors are so complex that it tastes like you spent all day in the kitchen. The barbecue sauce adds that smoky Kansas flavor, blending perfectly with the melty colby jack cheese. When you bring this dish to the table, it feels like Kansas-style BBQ meets comfort food in the best possible way.
Recipe: Kansas-Style One Skillet BBQ Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 medium onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 2 cups (8 oz) Rotini pasta, uncooked
- 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 medium rotisserie chicken (shredded)
- 2 cups colby jack cheese, shredded