CHICKEN, BACON AND CARAMELIZED ONION PASTA BAKE (COOKING FOR 2)
Shredded chicken, bites of bacon and sweet caramelized onions in a creamy Gruyère sauce make this decidedly dialed-up version of mac and cheese a real winner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. In 7-inch cast-iron skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until onions are browned. Remove from heat.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package to al dente; drain.
- In 2-quart saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add flour; cook and stir 1 minute. Beat in milk, salt and pepper with whisk; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook and stir 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from heat; beat in Gruyère and Parmesan cheeses. Add cooked pasta, chicken, bacon and browned onions; gently stir to combine. Transfer to same 7-inch cast-iron skillet.
- In small bowl, mix bread crumbs and 1 tablespoon melted butter. Sprinkle over top of pasta mixture. Bake 14 to 17 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1230, Carbohydrate 100 g, Cholesterol 220 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 66 g, SaturatedFat 34 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1720 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 2 g
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Sangita Karki
[email protected]I would not recommend this pasta bake to anyone.
Bless King Gospel
[email protected]This pasta bake was a disaster. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out terrible.
Miles B
[email protected]I didn't like this pasta bake at all. The chicken was dry and the sauce was bland.
Ay Miker
[email protected]This pasta bake was a bit too rich for my taste. I think I would have liked it more if there were more vegetables in it.
karin hanazona
[email protected]I tried this pasta bake and it was just okay. I think I would have liked it more if I had used a different type of pasta.
Priyashni Lata
[email protected]This pasta bake is so good! I will definitely be making it again.
Rajeender kumar
[email protected]I've made this pasta bake several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe to have in your back pocket.
Cliff Hanged
[email protected]This pasta bake is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Abass Ali
[email protected]I made this pasta bake for my kids and they loved it! They said it was the best pasta bake they've ever had.
Crazzy Boss
[email protected]This pasta bake is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have some leftover chicken in my fridge and this is a great way to use it up.
Ronald Babich
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of caramelized onions, but I loved them in this pasta bake. They added a subtle sweetness that really complemented the other flavors.
Abrath Ahamed
[email protected]This pasta bake is so versatile. I've made it with different types of pasta, chicken, and vegetables and it's always delicious.
PAULINA TIPAN LEGARDA
[email protected]I love how easy this pasta bake is to make. I can throw it together in no time and it always turns out great.
Sihab Ahmmed
[email protected]I made this pasta bake for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about it and asked for the recipe. I'm so glad I found this recipe!
Aman Kim
[email protected]This pasta bake was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and flavorful, the bacon added a nice smoky flavor, and the caramelized onions were the perfect finishing touch. I will definitely be making this again.