A delightful pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a smoky cheese sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.
Cook the smoked bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy, then remove and crumble.
Cooking the bacon first allows you to use the rendered fat for additional flavor.
In the same skillet, cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked, then remove and slice.
Ensure the chicken is cooked through by checking its internal temperature.
Melt the butter in the skillet and sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
Cooking the vegetables in the butter enhances their flavor.
Stir in the flour and cook for a minute to form a roux.
Cooking the flour removes its raw taste and helps thicken the sauce.
Gradually add the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
Adding the liquids slowly prevents lumps in the sauce.
Mix in the smoked cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cayenne pepper, stirring until smooth.
Avoid boiling the sauce to keep it creamy and smooth.
Combine the cooked chicken and crumbled bacon with the sauce.
Mixing the chicken and bacon into the sauce ensures even distribution.
Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
Salt the pasta water for better flavor.
Serve the sauce over the cooked pasta and garnish with chopped green onions.
Adding fresh green onions provides a burst of color and flavor.
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