wood-fired garlic baked penne with popcorn chicken

How To Make wood-fired garlic baked penne with popcorn chicken

• Step 1
  Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
• Step 2
  Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Add cubed sharp cheddar cheese, half of popcorn chicken, and 2 tablespoons of wood-fired garlic seasoning; mix well with a fork.
• Step 3
  Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
• Step 4
  Heat avocado oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add sliced Vidalia onion and minced garlic; saute for 6 minutes or until they are tender.
• Step 5
  Stir in 2 tablespoons wood-fired garlic seasoning, black pepper, and Dijon mustard. Remove from heat.
• Step 6
  Heat the margarine in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add heavy cream, evaporated milk, half and half, dry onion soup mix, cream cheese, and remaining wood-fired garlic seasoning. Stir well and let it simmer for 5 minutes or until thickened.
• Step 7
  Add cooked penne pasta and sauteed onion and garlic mixture; mix well until combined. Remove from heat.
• Step 8
  Pour into a prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Add the remaining popcorn chicken on top, and press down with a wooden spoon.
• Step 9
  Sprinkle with shredded Mexican cheese blend.
• Step 10
  Bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Cool completely for 10 minutes.
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