This One Pot BBQ Chicken Pasta is full of smoky and savory flavors, with tender chicken breast, crispy bacon, and your favorite BBQ sauce - it's an easy one-pan meal the whole family will love!
In a large pan, cook bacon and onion until onion is lightly browned and bacon is near crispy.
Add the chicken (we don't drain the fat as it's going to prevent our chicken from sticking!), and cook until just browned on the outside, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute.
Add the chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to remove any stuck-on bits. They will add a ton of flavor to the dish!
Add the tomatoes, milk, and barbecue sauce and stir until combined. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and add in the pasta.
Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook on a low simmer, stirring often, until pasta is al dente (you may wish to cover the pan near the end of the cooking time if the pasta is no longer submerged in the liquid).
Stir in cheese and serve.
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Storage:
Store: Store BBQ chicken pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Allow it to cool to room temperature before putting it in the fridge.
Reheat: Reheat on the stovetop in a saucepan until piping hot. Add some chicken broth or water to the mix to thin it a bit if needed.