Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pasta

This creamy chicken and bacon pasta is what comfort food dreams are made of! Ready in just over 30 minutes, this creamy chicken pasta is sure to become a family favourite.

📝 Ingredients

• 300 g (10.5 oz) pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 200 g (7 oz) bacon rashers, cut into bite-size pieces
• 30 g (2 tablespoons) butter
• 450 g (1 lb) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 4 garlic cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon red chilli flakes
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning mix
• 250 ml (1 cup) single cream (half and half)
• 50 g (1/3 cup) Parmesan, grated
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Bring a large pot of pasta to a...: Bring a large pot of pasta to a boil, salt it and cook the pasta al dente according to the instructions on the package.
2. 2Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large,...: Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large, deep pan or Dutch oven and fry the bacon over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly crispy. Remove from the pot with a slotted spoon and set aside.
3. 3Add the butter to the pan, wait for...: Add the butter to the pan, wait for it to melt, then add the chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden.
4. 4Stir in the garlic and cook for another...: Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute, then add the red chilli flakes, Italian seasoning mix and cream.
5. 5Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens...: Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens a bit, then transfer the cooked pasta to the pan. Toss well, then stir in the bacon and grated parmesan.
6. 6Season to taste and serve immediately, with some...: Season to taste and serve immediately, with some extra Parmesan on top if you like.