The Humpherys Family

Chicken Pasta Bake

Recipe Added:  8/27/2012
8-oz. pkg elbow macaroni
4 green onions, sliced
2 Tbsp butter, melted, divided
2 Tbsp flour
1 1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup chicken broth
4 cups cooked chicken, cubed

1/4 tsp salt, pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
1 cup frozen peas, thawed
8 slices bacon, cooked, crumbled
1 cup dry bread crumbs
Cook macaroni according to directions; drain. Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium-low heat, cook onions in 1 Tbsp butter, 1 minute. Stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in milk and broth, cooking and stirring until slightly thickened.

Stir in chicken, seasonings, cheese, peas and bacon. Mix in macaroni. Spoon into greased 3-quart casserole dish. Combine bread crumbs with remaining butter; sprinkle over top. Bake, uncovered, at 350F for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden.
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