I was fortunate to inherit my grandmother’s recipe book, which includes the recipe for this rich and cheesy casserole. I’ve been eating it for years and still can’t get enough.—Joseph Sortor, Tampa, Florida
Bacon-Swiss Penne
Bacon-Swiss Penne
Prep Time
35 min
Cook Time
30 min
Yield
10 servings
Ingredients
- 12 ounces uncooked penne pasta
- 13 bacon strips
- 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 6 green onions, chopped
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 4 cups 2% milk
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed
- 3/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- TOPPING:
- 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Directions
- Cook penne according to package directions.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook bacon in batches over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 4 teaspoons drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside.
- Saute chicken in butter and drippings until no longer pink. Add onions; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in flour until blended; gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the cheeses, peas, pepper, thyme and bacon.
- Drain penne; add to chicken mixture and toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 614 calories, 32g fat (18g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 651mg sodium, 43g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 39g protein.
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