Pesto Chicken Mostaccioli Recipe

By theresaoneil

Ingredients

• 1 package (16 ounces) mostaccioli
• 1 package (16 ounces) frozen breaded chicken tenders
• 4 cups (16 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 container (16 ounces) Daisy Brand® Sour Cream X Taste the Freshness! Dollop, dip or drizzle Daisy Brand® Sour Cream on your favorite foods. Get Recipes >
• 1 carton (15 ounces) ricotta cheese
• 3/4 cup prepared pesto
• 2/3 cup heavy whipping cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup butter, melted

Preparation

Step 1

Cook mostaccioli and chicken according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, sour cream, ricotta, pesto, cream and Parmesan cheese.

Chop chicken tenders and drain mostaccioli; add to cheese mixture. Toss to coat. Transfer to two greased 11-in. x 7-in. baking dishes (dishes will be full). Combine bread crumbs and butter; sprinkle over the top.

Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 or until heated through and golden brown.
Yield: 2 casseroles (5 servings each).