Penne alla Vodka with Chicken
User Reviews
4.8
69 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
519 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian, Italian-American Fussion
Penne alla Vodka with Chicken
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This healthier penne alla vodka with chicken is made with no heavy cream! Pureed roasted vegetables are my secret for a creamy vodka sauce that tastes just as good as the original.
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Ingredients
- 6 thin sliced chicken cutlets (about 4 ounces each)
- 1 medium onion (cut 1/2-inch chunks)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 6 cloves garlic (smashed)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 12 ounces zucchini (peeled and cut in 1/4-inch slices (from 2 small or 1 large))
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- Olive oil spray
- 1 shallots (minced fine)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (divided, plus more for the cooking liquid)
- 15 oz can crushed tomatoes (I love tuttorosso)
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (fresh grated, plus more for serving)
- 2 Tbsp tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
- 3 tablespoons good quality vodka
- 1 sprig fresh basil (plus more for garnish)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lb dry penne pasta
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425F.
- Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning and black pepper.
- Toss the zucchini with garlic, onion, 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt and black pepper and spread on a sheet pan. Roast 25 minutes, until tender and browned, tossing halfway. Once done, transfer the vegetables to a large blender and add the crushed tomatoes, broth and parmesan. Puree until very smooth.
- Meanwhile, fill a large pot with water, salt generously, and bring to a boil.
- Heat a grill pan on high heat. Spray with oil and cook the chicken, 2 to 3 minutes per side until cooked through. Set aside on a cutting board and slice.
- In a Dutch oven, deep large skillet or pot, add the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil over medium heat. Saute the minced shallot with 1/2 tsp salt until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste, and red pepper flakes and cook 1 to 2 minutes to toast the tomato paste
- When the tomato paste smells caramelized, it’s time to add the vodka.
- If you have a gas stove, turn it off or remove the pot from the heat. Pour in the vodka (it will sizzle!), use your spoon to scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan, and return the pot to medium heat. Cook until most of the liquid reduces, about 2 minutes then add the pureed vegetables along with the basil and black pepper and bring to a gentle simmer, 5 to 6 minutes while you cook the pasta.
- Meanwhile, drop the pasta into the boiling water, give it a stir, and cook according to package instructions. Cook until the pasta is al dente. Reserve 1 cup of the water, then drain the pasta.
- Remove the basil from the sauce and add reserved pasta water, if needed. to loosen.
- Toss with the cooked pasta and transfer to 6 bowls. Top each with grilled chicken, chopped basil, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
13/4 cup pasta with 4 ounces chicken
Calories
519kcal
(26%)
Carbohydrates
66.5g
(22%)
Protein
42.5g
(85%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
85.5mg
(29%)
Sodium
700.5mg
(29%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 519 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 13/4 cup pasta with 4 ounces chicken | |
| Calories | 519kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 66.5g | 22% |
| Protein | 42.5g | 85% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 85.5mg | 29% |
| Sodium | 700.5mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
69 reviews
Excellent
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