Pesto-Chicken Penne Casseroles [2011-04-03 16:11:24.860]

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup(s) 2% milk
• 15 ounce(s) alfredo sauce
• 15 ounce(s) crushed tomatoes
• 6 cup(s) cubed cooked chicken
• 3 cup(s) fresh baby spinach (I would cut this in half)
• 1/2 cup(s) grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
• 16 ounce(s) penne pasta
• 10 ounce(s) prepared pesto
• 1/2 cup(s) seasoned bread crumbs
• 4 cup(s) shredded italian cheese blend

Preparation

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in large bowl, combined the chicken, cheese blend, spinach, tomatoes, alfredo sauce, pesto, & milk. Drain pasta and add to chicken mixture; toss to coat.
3. Transfer to two greased 8 inch square baking dishes. In small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese and oil; sprinkle over casseroles.
5. Cover and bake one casserole at 350 for 40 - 45 minutes or until bubbly. Cover and freeze remaining casserole for up to 3 months
7. To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. remove from the fridge 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350 for 50 - 60 minutes or until bubbly