Pesto Chicken Pasta Recipe

Spring is almost here and that means picnic season is upon us! Try this appetizing recipes for your next picnic or potluck!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Chilling time: 3 hours
Yield: 8-10 servings

Ingredients:

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 (9-ounce) package refrigerated prepared pesto
• 1 (3.5-ounce) jar prepared pesto
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 orange bell pepper, chopped
• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 pint grape tomatoes
• 1 (12-ounce) can chicken, drained
• 1 (12-ounce) package Havarti cheese, cubed
• 1 (16-ounce) package campenelle pasta
• 1/2 (16-ounce) package frozen baby peas

Preparation:

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, in large bowl combine mayonnaise, yogurt, pesto, and milk and mix well. Add bell peppers, tomatoes, chicken, and cheese and mix well; set aside.

Cook pasta in water until al dente according to package directions. Meanwhile, place peas in colander in sink.

When pasta is done, drain over peas in colander; shake off excess water and stir into bowl with remaining ingredients. Cover and chill for 4-5 hours before serving.