Sticky Honey Garlic Sausage Pasta Skillet

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the sliced sausage in a single layer. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sausage is nicely browned and slightly crispy on the edges. This caramelization adds tremendous depth to the final dish. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce

While the sausage is cooking, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a medium-sized bowl. This will form the sticky, glossy glaze that brings the entire dish together. Set aside until you’re ready to combine it with the pasta.

Step 3: Cook the Pasta

In the same skillet you used to cook the sausage, add 2 cups of chicken broth and 1/2 cup of heavy cream. Stir well, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet—these bits are packed with flavor. Add the pasta directly into the liquid. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Let it cook uncovered for 10–12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has reduced to a creamy consistency.

Step 4: Thicken the Sauce

Give the reserved honey garlic sauce another stir, then pour it into the skillet with the cooked pasta. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Add this to the skillet and stir to combine. Simmer the mixture for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings beautifully to the pasta.

Step 5: Combine Everything

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Toss everything together gently to make sure the sausage and pasta are well coated in the sticky sauce. Let it cook for another minute or two, just until everything is heated through and harmoniously blended.