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Penne Alla Vodka

Penne Alla Vodka offers a creamy, comforting taste of Italy. This easy-to-make dish features tender penne pasta enveloped in a luscious vodka sauce, perfect for any occasion.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, seasoned with
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 8 oz penne pasta (uncooked)
  • 28 oz can San Marzano crushed tomatoes
  • 1 shallot, finely chopped
  • 45 garlic cloves, minced
  • ¼ cup vodka
  • ¾ cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • 8 basil leaves, torn

Instructions

  • Boil water with salt and cook penne until a minute under al dente, reserve pasta water, then drain.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook chicken for 4 minutes per side until cooked through, then set aside.
  • Sauté shallot in the same skillet until translucent, then add garlic and red pepper flakes.
  • Stir in tomato paste and cook until red, then add vodka and reduce by half.
  • Add crushed tomatoes, oregano, and basil, simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Slice chicken and mix with heavy cream, penne, and chicken into the sauce, cook for an additional minute.
  • Plate the dish with fresh basil for garnish and serve hot.

Notes

Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
Reserve pasta water to adjust the sauce consistency if needed.
Including vodka elevates the sauce’s flavor; do not skip it.

  • Author: Rachael
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 700
  • Fat: 30
  • Saturated Fat: 15
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 55
  • Fiber: 4
  • Protein: 25
  • Cholesterol: 100