Basil Chicken with Vermicelli

INGREDIENTS

*250g (8 oz) vermicelli pasta
*1 dessertspoon olive oil
*1 small onion, finely chopped
*1 clove garlic, chopped
*2 (400g) tins chopped tomatoes
*4 boneless chicken breasts fillets - cooked and cubed
*1 small bunch fresh basil, chopped
*1/2 teaspoon salt
*1/2 dried crushed red chillies (optional)
*4 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan

METHOD

1. Cook pasta according to packet instructions. Drain, and set aside.

2. In a large frying pan, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sauté the onions and garlic. Stir in the tomatoes, chicken, basil, salt and chillies. Reduce heat to medium, and cover frying pan. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.

3. Toss sauce with pasta to coat and heat through. Serve with Parmesan.

VERDICT

I have just one word for this recipe....BORING!!!! It tasted okay but it was no different to something you might throw together when you have nothing left in the kitchen. I don't think we will be making this one again unless we are desperate.

Score: 49/100