Penne Vodka with Herbed Chicken

Penne Vodka with Herbed Chicken

Info

Rating
Calories
1155.0
Protein
68.0
Sodium
996.0
Fat
42.0

Description

This sophisticated main-course pasta goes wonderfully with garlic bread, Italian-style mixed greens drizzled with vinaigrette, and raspberry gelato with Italian macaroons.

Ingredients

1 pound penne pasta
1 23 1/2-ounce container refrigerated marinara sauce (about 2 cups)
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes with roasted garlic in juice
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup vodka
3/4 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper
1 whole roasted lemon-pepper chicken or whole roasted chicken, skinned
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring frequently. Drain. Return to pot.
  2. Meanwhile, heat marinara sauce, tomatoes with juices, basil, vodka, and crushed red pepper in heavy large saucepan over medium heat until hot, about 5 minutes. Add shredded chicken and stir until heated through.
  3. Add sauce to pasta and toss. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to serving bowl. Sprinkle with cheese and serve.