Step 1/5
- 450 g pasta
- saucepan
- colander
Cook the pasta according to packet instructions in a pan of salted boiling water, then drain.
Step 2/5
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 4 chicken thighs
- 5 bacon
- frying pan
Heat the olive oil in a frying pan, add the chicken strips and bacon and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the chicken is golden-brown and cooked through.
Step 3/5
- 2 cloves garlic
- 300 ml double cream
Add the garlic and cook for one minute. Season, to taste, with salt and freshly ground black pepper, add the cream and warm through.
Step 4/5
Add the creamy sauce to the cooked, drained pasta and stir well.
Step 5/5
- 4 sprigs basil
- 200 g cheddar cheese (grated)
To serve, stir in the basil and cheddar and spoon onto serving plates. Garnish with extra grated cheese and basil leaves.
