chicken carbonara

Method

• step 1

  Preheat oven to 180 degrees. In a pan of boiling water cook the pasta according to instructions. In the mean time, Heat the oil in a pan, fry the chicken, bacon, onion, garlic and basil for about 3-5 mins until the onion softens and the meat browns

• step 2

  Turn the heat down to simmer and add the creme fraich, cream, and chicken stock. Ensure it isn't too hot or it may curdle. Simmer for 1-2 mins

• step 3

  Remove from the heat and stir in 1/2 of the cheese. Drain the pasta leaving a small amount of water to keep it moist. Mix it all together and put in an oven proof dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top

• step 4

  Bake in preheated oven until cheese has melted, serve with garlic bread