Smoky BBQ Meatball Pasta
A delightful combination of smoky BBQ flavors and creamy pasta, perfect for quick family dinners.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- 1 lb frozen meatballs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup smoky BBQ sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients. In your kitchen, start by collecting all the ingredients.
- Combine the frozen meatballs, pasta, chicken broth, BBQ sauce, heavy cream, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large pot or Dutch oven.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer by reducing heat to medium-low, covering, and letting it cook for about 15-20 minutes.
- Add in the cheddar and mozzarella cheese and stir until completely melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or almond milk. Customize the dish with different cheeses or pasta types.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg