Bacon Swiss Penne

12 oz uncooked Penne pasta
13 bacon strips
1 1/2 lbs nolness skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 in cubes
3 tbsp butter
6 green onions chopped
3 tbsp all purpose flour
4 c 2% milk
3 c shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 c shredded swiss cheese
1 1/2 c frozen peas, thawed
3/4 tsp pepper
1/2 tsp dried thyme
Topping: 3/4 c dry bread crumbs, 2 tbsp butter, melted

Cook Penne according to directions. Cook bacon in batches over medium heat until crsip. Remove to paper towels, drain, reserve 4 tsp drippings. Crumble bacon and set aside.

Saute chicken in butter and drippings  until no longer pink. Add onions; cook 1 min longer. Stir in flour until blended. gradually add milk. Bring to boil; cook and stir 2 mins or until thick. Stir in cheeses, peas, pepper,thyme and bacon. Drain penne; add chicken mixture and toss to coat.Transfer to a 9x13 greased dish. In small bowl, combine bread crumbs and butter. Sprinkle over top. Bake uncovered at 350 for 30-35 mins.