SPICY CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN PASTA

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This is a healthy and easy meal. I serve it with a tossed green salad. If queso fresco is not available, use a white cheese like Monterray jack.

Provided by m0m7772

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

4 -6 boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite size pieces
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon chili powder (heaping)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
2 -4 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
1 bunch green onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 roma tomatoes, diced
1/2 lb queso fresco, grated and crumbled
1 lb pasta, cooked al dente (bow ties are good)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet and add chicken, chili powder, cumin and garlic powder.
Saute until chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken and set aside.
Return skillet to heat and lightly saute jalapenos and green onions.
Stir in black beans and tomatoes to heat them.
Add chicken and pasta.
Remove from heat and toss with cheese and cilantro.

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