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Ingredients
- 5 slices bacon , chopped
- 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 clove garlic , minced
- 1/4 cup flour
- 2 1/2 cups milk
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese , divided
- 3 cups small pasta shells , cooked according to package directions (measure dry, then cook)
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie would work great)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Preparation
Step 1
Instructions
In a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon onto a plated lined with a paper towel. Reserve the drippings and add the broccoli and cook 2 to 3 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon onto a plate.
Add butter to the skillet and melt over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and garlic until combined. Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened.
Add one cup of the cheese and stir until melted. Add cooked pasta, chicken, bacon and broccoli and stir until combined. Top with remaining one cup of cheese.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Place under broil for 5 to 6 minutes or until cheese begins to brown.