Pesto Chicken Pasta Salad Recipe

Pesto chicken pasta salad is one of my summertime staples. This quick and easy salad recipe uses pasta, pesto, canned chicken, and vegetables. You can use your favorite vegetables in this simple salad. Add some chopped yellow summer squash or add some grated carrots. Use green beans in place of the peas, or add some sliced mushrooms (but they will turn dark in the salad, just so you know). You can also use a different cheese or a different type of pasta. We always use a rotisserie chicken from the store in my chicken salads. The meat is tender, perfectly cooked, and delicious every time.