Name: Chicken Parm Pizza with Penne alla Vodka
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 4 slices
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup penne pasta; 1 lb ground chicken; 1 egg; 0.75 cup breadcrumbs; 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 0.25 tsp paprika; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs; Vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic; 4 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 shot vodka; 1 cup heavy cream; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper; 0.5 tsp garlic powder; 0.5 tsp onion powder; 0.75 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 0.25 cup reserved pasta water; Shredded mozzarella; fresh parsley; Fresh basil

Chicken Parm Pizza with Penne alla Vodka

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Chicken Parm Pizza with Penne alla Vodka

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In a bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, 3/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup Parmesan, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

Line a cake pan with plastic wrap, add chicken mixture, and spread evenly into a circular 'crust'. Freeze until solid (several hours or overnight).

Set up breading station: flour on one plate, scrambled eggs in a bowl, and breadcrumbs on another plate. Season each with salt and pepper.

Dredge frozen chicken crust in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs. Freeze again for 30 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a pan. Fry breaded chicken crust on both sides until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Boil penne pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water and drain the rest.

In a pan, melt butter with olive oil. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes.

Deglaze with vodka, then stir in heavy cream. Let simmer 5–10 minutes. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Add cooked pasta, reserved pasta water, Parmesan, and parsley. Mix until creamy.

Top fried chicken crust with vodka sauce and shredded mozzarella. Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, then broil until cheese is golden.

Top with additional Parmesan, fresh basil, and creamy vodka pasta. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.

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Vodka Sauce Depth 🥃
Let the vodka simmer for 2-3 minutes before adding cream to burn off alcohol and concentrate the flavor depth of the sauce.
Chicken Pizza Crust Freeze Technique 🧊
Freeze the seasoned ground chicken 'crust' for at least 30 minutes before breading to help it maintain structural integrity during frying.
Pasta Water Magic 💧
Save at least 1 cup of starchy pasta water to help emulsify and thicken the vodka sauce, creating a silkier, more cohesive texture.
Breading Pro Technique 🍳
Create a three-stage breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs to ensure maximum crispiness and even coating.
Cheese Melting Mastery 🧀
Broil the mozzarella-topped chicken pizza for 2-3 minutes to achieve that perfect golden, bubbling cheese crust without overcooking.

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