A flavorful fusion combining enchilada spices with penne pasta, black beans, and gooey melted cheese for an easy weeknight dinner.
# What You'll Need:
→ Poultry
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
→ Pasta
02 - 12 oz penne or rotini pasta
→ Vegetables & Beans
03 - 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
04 - 1 bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 small onion, diced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
07 - 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
08 - 1 cup frozen corn
→ Sauces & Dairy
09 - 2 cups red enchilada sauce
10 - 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
11 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
12 - 0.5 cup sour cream
→ Spices & Seasonings
13 - 1 tsp ground cumin
14 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
15 - 0.5 tsp chili powder
16 - Salt and pepper to taste
17 - 2 tbsp olive oil
→ Garnishes
18 - Fresh cilantro, chopped
19 - Sliced green onions
20 - Diced avocado
# Step-by-Step:
01 - Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
03 - Stir in shredded chicken, drained black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until heated through.
04 - Pour in enchilada sauce and bring to a simmer. Add cooked pasta and toss to combine.
05 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in sour cream and half of the cheeses, mixing until creamy and well blended.
06 - Sprinkle remaining cheeses evenly over the top. Cover and let sit for 3-4 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
07 - Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, green onions, or avocado as desired.
