Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 ounces fusili pasta (, uncooked (can also use any other pasta shape))
  • 1 cup thick and chunky salsa
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon Old El Paso taco seasoning
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken ((rotisserie chicken works well here))
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese (, divided (or use all cheddar))
  • (optional) cilantro or sliced green onions for garnish

Instruction

  • Cook pasta al dente according to package instructions. Will yield about 4 cups cooked pasta. Drain and cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl stir together the salsa, sour cream, and taco seasoning. Add the cooked pasta and stir to coat.
  • Add the corn, black beans, chicken, and 1 cup of the cheese. Toss to combine and pour into a 9x13 baking dish. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheese on top.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Take off foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired.