Pesto-Chicken Penne Casseroles

• 1 package (16 ounces) penne pasta
• 6 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 4 cups shredded Italian cheese blend
• 3 cups fresh baby spinach
• 1 can (15 ounces) crushed tomatoes
• 1 jar (15 ounces) Alfredo sauce
• 1-1/2 cups 2% milk
• 1 jar (8.1 ounces) prepared pesto
• 1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, cheese blend, spinach, tomatoes, Alfredo sauce, milk and pesto. Drain pasta and add to chicken mixture; toss to coat.
2. Transfer to 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes. In a small bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and oil; sprinkle over casseroles.
3. Cover and freeze 1 casserole for up to 3 months. Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350u0b0 for 40-45 minutes or until bubbly.
4. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Cover and bake at 350u0b0 for 50-60 minutes or until bubbly.

penne pasta, chicken, italian cheese, fresh baby spinach, tomatoes, alfredo sauce, milk, pesto, bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, olive oil

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pesto-chicken-penne-casseroles/ (may not work)