
Chicken Parmesan with Vodka Pasta
This chicken parmesan with vodka pasta is a high-protein twist on a classic Italian comfort meal. Crispy, cheesy chicken pairs perfectly with a creamy, rich vodka sauce pasta for a satisfying dish that feels indulgent while still being balanced.
Ingredients
Method
- Prepare the Chicken Coating: In one bowl, mix oat flour with salt, pepper, and oregano. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, add crushed cornflakes.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each chicken fillet into the oat flour, then eggs, then coat with crushed cornflakes until fully covered.
- Cook the Chicken: Preheat air fryer to 400°F. Place chicken in a single layer, spray lightly with oil, and cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway, until crispy and cooked through.
- Add Sauce and Cheese: Spoon marinara over the chicken, top with mozzarella and Parmesan, and return to air fryer for 2–3 minutes until melted and bubbly.
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- Make the Vodka Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Pour in vodka and simmer for 1 minute. Stir in vodka sauce and let simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in Greek yogurt, Parmesan, black pepper, and chili flakes.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to coat, adding reserved pasta water as needed.
- Serve: Plate pasta alongside chicken parmesan. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
- Store chicken and pasta separately for best texture
- Reheat chicken in air fryer to keep it crispy
- Add a splash of water or milk when reheating pasta
- Make sauce ahead for quicker assembly
- Use whole wheat or high-protein pasta for better macros

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