GLUTEN FREE PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND VODKA SAUCE

Gluten Free Penne with Chicken and Vodka Sauce image

Chicken and mushrooms are simmered in a creamy vodka tomato sauce, mixed with gluten free penne and topped with Parmesan cheese.

Provided by Barilla

Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Barilla Gluten Free

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) box Barilla Gluten Free Penne
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
½ cup diced yellow onion
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
10 white button mushrooms, quartered
½ cup vodka
1 cup heavy cream
1 (14 ounce) can tomato puree
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste

Steps:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, add olive oil & saute onions for about 5 minutes over medium heat. Turn the heat to high, then add chicken and mushrooms; brown for approximately 5 more minutes.
Add vodka and reduce completely. Stir in cream and tomato sauce, then bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper.
Cook pasta according to directions. Drain and toss with sauce, then stir in cheese and parsley right before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.7 calories, Carbohydrate 54.1 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 13.3 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 417.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g