Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta

By TrayH

Ingredients

• 3 cups uncooked penne pasta
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed
• 1-1/2 cups (6 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups sliced cooked chicken breast
• 3/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
• 3/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham
• 3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs

Preparation

Step 1

* Preheat oven to 350°.

* Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente; drain.

* Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat cream and cream cheese over medium heat until smooth, stirring occasionally.

* Stir in 1 cup cheese, onion powder, garlic salt and pepper until blended.

* In a large bowl, combine chicken, bacon, ham and pasta.

* Add sauce; toss to coat.

* Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish.

* Sprinkle with remaining cheese; top with bread crumbs.

* Bake, uncovered, 18-22 minutes or until heated through.



Yield: 6 servings.