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Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet

Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet: Quick Comfort in a Pan

A quick and customizable Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet that combines savory sausage, pasta, and a sweet garlic glaze for a delicious weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage & Sauce
  • 1 lb Sausage Choose your favorite variety, such as pork or chicken.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Feel free to substitute with agave or maple syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for tamari to keep it gluten-free.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced or crushed is best.
  • 2 tbsp Vinegar (apple cider) Lemon or rice vinegar are good alternatives.
  • 1/2 tsp Red Pepper Flakes Adjust for your spice level.
For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta Use short shapes like penne or rotini.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • medium saucepan
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add sliced sausage, cooking for 5–7 minutes or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  2. Add minced garlic to the skillet with the browned sausage and sauté for an additional 1–2 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Pour this mixture into the skillet.
  4. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, boil water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
  5. Add the drained pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently with the sausage and the honey garlic sauce for 1–2 minutes.
  6. Taste the dish and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding salt, pepper, or more red pepper flakes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet is a quick, savory delight that you’ll want to make time and again!

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