Ingredients
1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed1/8 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper2 tablespoons olive oil, divided2 medium carrots, finely chopped2 celery ribs, finely chopped3/4 cup finely chopped red onion4 garlic cloves, minced3/4 cup blue cheese salad dressing3/4 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese1/2 cup dry bread crumbs3 tablespoons butter, melted
Preparation
Cook pasta according to package directions.
Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, saute chicken in 1 tablespoon oil until no longer pink. Remove from skillet. In same skillet, saute carrots, celery and onion in remaining oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from heat.
Preheat oven to 350°. Stir in salad dressing, mayonnaise and hot sauce into skillet. Drain pasta. Add pasta and chicken to skillet; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with cheese and bread crumbs. Drizzle with butter.
Bake, uncovered, 25-30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
