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The Best Chicken Penne Alla Vodka

A delicious creamy sauce, tender chicken, penne pasta, and loads of flavour make Chicken Penne Alla Vodka an absolute favourite in our house.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: chicken penne alla vodka, Chicken Recipes, easy dinner reicpes, Italian Recipes, Pasta Recipes, penne recipes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 428kcal
Author: Alisa Infanti

Ingredients

  • 22 oz dry penne pasta cooked according to package directions.
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 ½ tsp dried parsley
  • 28 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp fresh basil; finely chopped
  • ½ cup vodka
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast; sliced or cubed

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and let cook for 2 minutes. Add garlic and continue to cook until onions are translucent. Add in the dried herbs and mix for 1 or minute.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes and bay leaves, turning heat to medium. Let simmer for 5 minutes stirring occasionally.
  • Remove bay leaves and add in fresh basil. Stir and let simmer for 2 more minutes.
  • Add the vodka and cream and stir to combine. Let simmer for another 2 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and cooked penne and mix to combine.  Serve hot topped with some optional shredded parmesan cheese.

Notes

Store in a tightly sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.
 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 428kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 28.7g | Fat: 8.8g | Saturated Fat: 2.8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3.2g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 122mg | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 646mg | Fiber: 4.1g | Sugar: 5.2g | Vitamin A: 409IU | Vitamin C: 10.5mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 4.4mg