Cheesy one-pan pasta with crispy seasoned chicken, black beans, corn, and Tex-Mex spices. Ready in 45 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts about 1.1 pounds cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
03 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
04 - ½ teaspoon chili powder
05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
06 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1 teaspoon salt
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
→ Pasta & Sauce
10 - 10 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
11 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
12 - 1 small red onion finely diced
13 - 1 red bell pepper diced
14 - 2 garlic cloves minced
15 - 1 can 14 ounces diced tomatoes drained
16 - 1 can 14 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
17 - 1 cup frozen corn
18 - 1½ cups chicken broth
19 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
20 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
21 - 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional
22 - Salt and pepper to taste
→ Garnishes
23 - 2 spring onions sliced
24 - Fresh cilantro chopped
25 - Sour cream and lime wedges for serving
# How to Make:
01 - Combine chicken pieces with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss until evenly coated.
02 - Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
03 - In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Cook onion and bell pepper for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Stir in drained tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Mix well to distribute evenly.
05 - Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add uncooked pasta and stir. Cover and cook for 12 to 14 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most liquid has been absorbed.
06 - Reduce heat to low. Stir in half the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses until melted. Return cooked chicken to the pan and mix thoroughly.
07 - Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top. Cover for 2 minutes to melt, or place under broiler for 1 to 2 minutes for a crispy top if desired.
08 - Garnish with spring onions, cilantro, sour cream, and lime wedges. Serve immediately while hot.
