Chorizo and Thyme Pasta

Happy Sunday Folks!

Sunday is always a day of rest for most people, but for me it allows me to get the creative juices flowing and use up left over ingredients in the fridge.

I spotted a few slices of Chorizo, normally used on higher fat meals but a subtle touch of it can transform a meal with that sharp flavour.

Introducing – Chorizo and Thyme Pasta

Serves 1

Ingredients:

• 1/2 and onion
• 1 rasher of smoked bacon, sliced into small pieces
• 2 pieces of chorizo, thinly sliced
• 4 tbsp passata
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 clove of garlic
• 1 green chili
• 4oz chicken breast, cubed
• 100g WholeWheat Pasta
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tsp fresh chives
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley

Method:

1. In a pot, add a little knob of butter and some
   oil, add the diced onion and red pepper. sweat for 6 minutes on a medium heat.
2. Add in the bacon and chorizo, cook for a further 5 minutes before spooning in 1/2 your passata, garlic, chili and paprika.
3. Brown your chicken off in another pan before adding in then add your remaining passata. Reduce for 12 minutes.
4. When you have 5-6 minutes to go, add your pasta to a pot of boiling water and cook to your preference.
5. Plate up and dress with some fresh chives and parsley.

Enjoy!

The Muscle Cook

My name is Liam Mailer, my mission is to help you fix your boring diet and show you how to cook and prepare delicious healthy meals in minutes.