Spicy Vodka Chicken Parm Pasta

Ingredients

• 1 large chicken breast, butterflied and pounded thin
• 2 eggs
• 2 cups seasoned breadcrumbs (or panko seasoned with salt, Italian seasoning, garlic & onion powder)
• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• Slices of mozzarella
• Cooking oil spray
• Salt, to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil & butter
• 1/2 large onion, finely chopped
• 4-6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 & 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 or 2 shots of vodka, wine or broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 3/4 cup Parmesan
• 2 tbsp butter
• 8 oz pasta

Method

1. 1

   Slice chicken breasts in half, place in a plastic bag or wrap, and pound until thin.

2. 2

   Dip chicken into whisked egg, then into breadcrumbs mixed with 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, pressing down firmly.

3. 3

   Thoroughly spray the breaded chicken with oil and air fry at 380°F for 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Immediately sprinkle salt over the fried chicken.

5. 5

   Melt 1 tbsp butter and oil in a large pan and sauté chopped onion until translucent.

6. 6

   Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes; once fragrant, stir in tomato paste and cook down for a few minutes.

7. 7

   Pour in vodka and cook until most of the liquid evaporates.

8. 8

   Incorporate heavy cream, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and 3/4 cup Parmesan into the pan.

9. 9

   Cook pasta until al dente and toss into the sauce with 2 tbsp butter and pasta water as needed.

10. 10

    Top the chicken with a spoonful of vodka sauce and slices of mozzarella.

11. 11

    Air fry the chicken again for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted, then serve with the pasta.