BBQ Chicken Pasta

This was really yummy! I highly recommend it. I love My Kitchen Cafe. You can see the pictures of this dish here (I neglected to take any).


1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil


2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size chunks

1 red onion, diced

3 cups water

2 1/2 cups chicken broth

1/2 teaspoon salt

12 ounces penne pasta

2/3 cup barbecue sauce

1/3 cup sour cream

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese



In a large 12-inch nonstick skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat (you could also use a large pot if you don’t have a skillet this big). When hot, add the chicken and onions and saute, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and onions to a plate and set aside.



In the same skillet, add the water, chicken broth, penne and salt. Bring to a boil and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes, until the liquid is almost absorbed, the pasta is tender and the mixture is thick and syrupy. Stir in the barbecue sauce and sour cream. Once mixed, add in the reserved chicken, onions and shredded cheese. Stir to combine and cook until everything is heated through.



Serve immediately and garnish with additional red or green onions and shredded cheese.