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Reunion Pasta Salad

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A Salad Worthy of Family

Cuisine: AmericanMain Ingredient: Chicken

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Ready in 45 minutes
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Original recipe makes 14

2 lbs.boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 lb.uncooked penne pasta

1 lb.frozen bean and carrot mixture; (1 lb bag) (baby carrots, green and yellow beans)

2 cupsfrozen broccoli florets

1 8-oz packagesliced fresh mushrooms

2 tomatoes; diced

Dressing

1/2 cupolive oil

1/3 cupWhite wine vinegar

1 tspssalt

1 tspsbasil leaves

1 tspsoregano leaves

2 clovesgarlic; minced (optional)

Reunion Pasta Salad Preparation

Cut chicken into 1-inch chunks. Salt and pepper lightly, if desired.

In medium bowl, blend dressing ingredients.

In Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions, adding frozen vegetables after 8 minutes. Return to a boil. Cook 3 to 4 minutes or until pasta and vegetables are tender. Rinse in cold water to cool; drain. Spray large nonstick skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken. Cook and stir 7 to 9 minutes or until chicken is browned and internal juices run clear. In very large bowl, combine pasta, vegetables, chicken, mushrooms and tomatoes; mix well. Add dressing to salad; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate thoroughly before serving.

Serve at family reunions and other large gatherings.