Cheesy Mexican Pasta

Cheesy Mexican Pasta

Servings: 4

Estimated Total Prep Time: 45 minutes

NUTRITION INFO (per serving)

Calories: 524

Total Protein: 41 grams

Total Carbs: 69 grams

Total Fat: 9 grams

Saturated Fat: 4 grams

Total Fiber: 9 grams

INGREDIENTS

¾ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, uncooked, cut into 1-inch cubes

½ tsp seasoned salt

6 cups rotini pasta, cooked al dente

1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained

1 cup ready-to-serve salsa

¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

4 oz reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, divided

Salt and pepper to taste

 

 

PREPARATION

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and a medium skillet to medium-high. Add nonstick spray and chicken to skillet, mixing occasionally. Season chicken with seasoned salt and cook until done, about 7 to 10 minutes.

Add chicken to cooked pasta and stir together. Add black beans and mix thoroughly. Fold in salsa and cilantro and then add half the cheese, mixing until thoroughly combined. Spread the remaining half of the cheese over the top. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 minutes and serve.