One-Pot BBQ Chicken and Bacon Pasta

INGREDIENTS

boneless skinless chicken breasts (chopped)

slices bacon (chopped)

1/2

medium onion (finely chopped)

1/2 tsp

minced garlic

2 cups

chicken broth

1 14 ounce can

diced tomatoes

1/2 cup

milk

1/3 cup

barbecue sauce

1/4 tsp

red pepper flakes

1/2 tsp

salt

3 cups

whole wheat rotini (or other short pasta)

1 1/2 cups

shredded cheddar (marble or mozza cheese)