Description
Bold, smoky, and irresistibly saucy—this One-Pot Smoky Honey BBQ Steak Pasta is everything you crave in a comfort meal, made easy. Picture tender strips of steak, perfectly cooked pasta, and a rich honey BBQ sauce all simmered together in a single pan. It’s the kind of dish that tastes like a weekend indulgence but comes together effortlessly on a busy weeknight. Ideal for quick dinners, crowd-pleasing food ideas, or cozy dinner nights, this easy recipe delivers big flavor without a pile of dishes. Whether you’re on the hunt for easy dinner recipes, hearty comfort food, or dinner ideas with steak, this one’s a must-make.
Ingredients
- 1 lb steak, sliced into thin strips
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup smoky honey BBQ sauce
- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, shredded cheese, chopped parsley
Instructions
- Heat oil or butter in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced steak in a single layer and sear 2–3 minutes per side until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add pasta, beef broth, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the BBQ sauce until pasta is coated.
- Return steak to the pot. Stir and cook another 2–3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with cheese or parsley if desired.
- Let rest a couple of minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes