Bacon-Swiss Penne - Master recipes

Ingredients

• 12 ounces uncooked penne pasta -
• 13 bacon strips -
• 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes -
• 3 tablespoons butter -
• 6 green onions, chopped -
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour -
• 4 cups 2% milk -
• 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese -
• 1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese -
• 1-1/2 cups frozen peas, thawed -
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper -
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme -
• Topping: -
• 3/4 cup dry bread crumbs -
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted -