My creamy chicken pasta is really simple to make, and only takes around 15 minutes from prep to table. For this recipe, I used chicken breast, but you could use skinless thighs as an alternative. I also added some creme fraiche, as this does two things. It gives the dish a sort of 'twang' but also lightens the dish, making it less heavy and cloying. If you want quick easy meals, that are tasty and a little bit healthier than the usual cheese laden stuff I make, then recipes like this are perfect for you. You can also make this vegetarian by replacing the chicken with some fried mushrooms!

To make my creamy chicken pasta you will need:

• 300g of chicken breast

• 250g of pasta (I used tagliatelle)

• 150ml of double cream

• 3 tbsp of creme fraiche

• Zest of 1 lemon

• About 2 tbsp of pine nuts

• Fresh basil leaves

• 1 fat garlic clove or 2 smaller ones

• Salt & pepper

• Oil for cooking