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Penne alla Vodka with Chicken

Penne Alla Vodka with Grilled Chicken

Angela Sellari
Cook up this Penne Alla Vodka with Grilled Chicken recipe! Tender grilled chicken meets pasta in a rich, creamy pink sauce. A satisfying Italian classic.
4 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10
Calories 415 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast, pounded to an even thickness or butterflied
  • 1 pound penne
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 onion finely diced
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 cup vodka
  • 1 14 ounce can crushed tomatoes
  • teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • Heat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  • Rub chicken breasts on all sides using 2 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with half of the salt and black pepper.
  • Place chicken on the grill and cook without moving for 3 minutes or until the edges begin to turn white. Turn the chicken one-quarter turn and continue to cook an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the chicken and for 3 minutes before turning one-quarter turn and cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Allow the chicken to rest for at least 5 minutes. Slice before serving.
  • Meanwhile, cook penne according to package directions. Drain well.
  • As the pasta and chicken cook, prepare the vodka sauce.
    onions and butter in a pan
  • In a large (12-inch) skillet over medium heat, add the remaining olive oil and butter. Allow the butter to melt and then add the garlic and onion and cook until the onion is softened.
    sauce added the pan
  • Carefully add the vodka to the skillet (being aware of any open flames) and bring to a boil. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes and remaining seasonings.
    cream vodka sauce
  • Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and stir in the heavy cream.
    penne alla vodka with chicken on top
  • Add the penne to the skillet and carefully toss in the sauce. Serve topped with grilled chicken and grated parmesan cheese.
    Penne alla Vodka with Chicken

Nutrition

Serving: 6gCalories: 415kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 17gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2g
Keyword penne alla vodka
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