Penne Alla Vodka Recipe
Sauteed Shrimp or Chicken with fresh garlic, tomatoes, roasted red peppers and spinach in a creamy red sauce tossed with penne.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Cook the Pasta
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- 2
Sauté the Protein
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced shrimp or chicken and cook until fully cooked and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 3
- 4
Add Tomatoes and Peppers
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and roasted red peppers. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- 5
Creamy Finish
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it simmer for another 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 6
Combine Everything
Add the cooked penne pasta, sautéed shrimp or chicken, and fresh spinach to the sauce. Toss everything together until the spinach wilts and everything is well coated with the sauce.
- 7
Serve
Serve hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.