Name: Hearty Chicken and Pasta Chowder
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 8 oz Muellers® Small Shells; 4 bacon; 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes; 0.50 cup onion, chopped; 2 tbsp. all purpose flour; 5 cups milk; 4 tsp. chicken flavored bouillon; 1 tsp. dried basil leaves; 0.25 tsp. ground black pepper; 1 can (11 oz.) whole kernel corn, drained

CategoryChicken, Main Dish, Pork, Soup or Stew, Winter

A warm and cozy chicken chowder with tender pasta in a creamy, comforting broth — hearty, soothing, and perfect for chilly days.

Total Time30 mins

Yields6 Servings

8 oz Muellers® Small Shells

4 bacon

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes

0.50 cup onion, chopped

2 tbsp. all purpose flour

5 cups milk

4 tsp. chicken flavored bouillon

1 tsp. dried basil leaves

0.25 tsp. ground black pepper

1 can (11 oz.) whole kernel corn, drained

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Prepare pasta according to package directions; drain.

Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, over medium heat, cook bacon until crisp; remove and crumble. Drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. Set aside.

In same saucepan, add chicken and onion; cook and stir until chicken is tender.

Stir in flour until smooth.

Gradually stir in milk then bouillon, basil and pepper. Cook and stir until slightly thickened and bubbly.

Stir in pasta, corn and bacon; heat through. Serve immediately.

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