Kinzie Fiery BBQ Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet

Ingredients

For the Chicken & Pasta:

• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 5 breasts)
• 1/4 cup Kinzie Fiery BBQ Sauce
• 8 oz cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic (about 2 cloves)
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 oz grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
• 8 oz pasta of choice (thin pasta nests cook quickly)

Instructions

1. Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, combine salt, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning evenly on both sides of the chicken.
2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the olive oil and butter. Sear chicken breasts for about 3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Add remaining oil and butter to the skillet. Once hot, add the onions and sauté for 4 minutes until softened. Add the tomatoes and minced garlic; cook for an additional 3 minutes.
4. Pour a splash of chicken stock into the pan to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits. Add the remaining stock, heavy cream, Kinzie Fiery BBQ Sauce, and half the Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is well combined.
5. Bring the sauce to a gentle boil. Add the pasta and simmer for 5 minutes. Return the chicken breasts to the skillet and continue simmering for another 5–7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temp of 165°F) and pasta is tender.
6. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley and the remaining Parmesan. Drizzle with extra Kinzie Fiery BBQ Sauce if desired. Serve hot.

Pro Tip: Use pasta nests for quicker cooking and maximum sauce coating per bite.