11 Mar 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.