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May 13, 2025

This Vodka Sauce Chicken Pasta is bold, creamy, and packed with flavor. Tender bites of pan-seared chicken are coated in a velvety tomato cream sauce infused with garlic and a shot of vodka. Finished with Parmesan, basil, and just the right seasonings, this dish is indulgent without being overly heavy. A perfect dinner for date night or any night that deserves a little extra deliciousness.

Vodka Sauce Chicken Pasta
Vodka Sauce Chicken Pasta
Vodka Sauce Chicken Pasta
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Vodka Sauce Chicken Pasta

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Ingredients

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Milk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water and drain.
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Drizzle chicken with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
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In a skillet over medium heat, melt 2 tbsp butter with a dash of olive oil. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Add remaining 2 tbsp butter to the skillet. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
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Add tomato paste and cook for 2–3 minutes until it darkens. Deglaze with vodka and cook for 1–2 minutes.
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Stir in 1 cup heavy cream and simmer for 7–10 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the alcohol to cook off.
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Add remaining 3/4 cup cream and whisk to combine. Simmer another 5–10 minutes.
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Stir in Parmesan, chopped basil, and season with the same spices used on the chicken.
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Return cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet along with reserved pasta water. Toss to combine and simmer for a few minutes.
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Top with extra Parmesan and basil before serving.
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David Ashmore
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First time making vodka pasta and it was super easy and very delicious. Highly recommend when you’re trying to impress a date.

Dec 8, 2025

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Vodka Reduction Magic 🍸
    Allow the vodka to simmer and reduce completely to burn off alcohol and concentrate the sauce's rich flavor profile.
  • Pasta Water Gold 💧
    Always reserve a cup of starchy pasta water to help emulsify and thicken the sauce, creating a silkier texture.
  • Chicken Searing Technique 🔥
    Pat chicken breasts completely dry before searing to achieve a golden-brown crust and prevent steaming instead of browning.
  • Cream Integration Secret 🥄
    Add heavy cream off the direct heat and stir gently to prevent separation and maintain a smooth, luxurious sauce consistency.
  • Flavor Layer Building 🧄
    Toast garlic in butter briefly before adding other ingredients to release its essential oils and deepen the overall flavor profile.

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