Chicken Vodka Pasta- Healthy & High Protein!
A healthier take on the classic favourite- Penne Alla Vodka with Chicken. This protein packed recipe swaps heavy cream for blended cottage cheese, offering a creamy texture without sacrificing taste. Indulge in a satisfying meal that's not only flavorful but also high in protein, perfect for a nourishing dinner option that tastes like takeout.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 400 g chicken breast 2x chicken breast fillets cut into 4 thinner fillets
- 1-2 tsp chilli oil or chilli flakes
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 lemon juiced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- salt & pepper to taste
Pasta
- 250 g protein penne pasta can use normal penne
- 1/2 red onion sub for brown onion or shallots
- 1-2 tsp minced garlic 4-6 cloves
- 1-2 tsp chilli flakes
- 120 g tomato paste
- 1 shot vodka can omit
- 200 g cottage cheese
- 1/2 cup reserved pasta water
- 40 g parmesan reggiano 30g in sauce, 10g reserved for topping
Instructions
- Marinate chicken and pan fry for 5-6 mins per side
- Boil pasta till el dente (per packet instructions)- reserve 1/2-2/3 cup pasta water
- Blend the cottage cheese with 1/4 cup pasta water until smooth (pasta water helps to get a cream like consistency)
- To a pan, add 1 tsp olive oil, diced red onion, garlic and chilli flakes and sauté’ for a few minutes
- Add the tomato paste and stir for another minute. Add the shot of vodka and mix until cooked through.
- Add the blended cottage cheese with an extra 1/2 cup pasta water to the mix
- Bring to a light simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and the cottage cheese is mixed through
- Add the parmesan cheese and cooked pasta and mix until well combined
- Equally divide between 4 serves and add 1 chopped chicken breast on top. Serve with extra parmesan and enjoy
Notes
Protein Pasta Used: this pasta
Makes 4 serves and I store them in glass meal prep containers. Lasts 3-4 days in the fridge.
Macros:
490 Calories
Carbs: 46g
Protein: 49g
Fat: 10.5g
Nutrition
Calories: 489kcal
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