Penne with Vodka Sauce | It's Only Food w/ Chef John Politte

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

Heat a pan over medium to medium-high heat.

Add 3 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan.

Once the butter starts to bubble, add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 small chopped onion to the pan and sauté until the onions are translucent.

Add the diced chicken breasts to the pan and brown them, cooking until they are no longer opaque.

Stir in 1/4 cup of sliced ham and season with salt and pepper; cook until the chicken has color.

Pour in 1/2 cup of vodka and stir, allowing it to reduce slightly.

Add 1/2 cup of heavy whipping cream to the pan and stir well to combine.

Mix in 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese and 1/4 cup of chopped parsley, along with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Gradually add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce, stirring to combine.

Cover the pan with a lid and let it heat through, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked.

Plate the dish, adding more Parmesan cheese and parsley on top before serving.

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