Spicy Chicken with Linguine
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
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Ingredients

- 4 boneless, skinless, chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 clove garlic - minced
- 2 tablespoons jalapeños - seeded and chopped
- 1 bunch green onions - chopped
- 1 can black beans (15 oz.) - drained and rinsed
- 2 cups Asiago cheese - shredded or crumbled feta
- 1 pound linguini - cooked
- 1/2 cup cilantro - fresh, chopped
- 2 tomatoes - chopped 
 

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Italy meets the American Southwest in this tasty dish that combines the Italian favorites of
linguine, chicken, tomatoes, and garlic with the popular black bean, chili powder, jalapeño, and
cilantro flavors of the Southwest.
 
Directions

  • Heat grill to medium.
  • Place chicken breasts in large plastic bag.
  • Add garlic, chili powder and cumin. Seal bag, shake to combine.
  • Grill over medium heat until no longer pink in center, 7-10 minutes each side.
  • Note: you may also sauté in skillet with 3 tablespoons olive oil.
  • In medium skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Over medium heat, add jalapeños and green onion. Sauté 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in black beans. Heat for 3-5 minutes.
  • Place cooked pasta in large serving bowl.
  • In the center, mound black beans. Around sides, place chopped tomatoes and grilled chicken
    that has been cut into bite size pieces.
  • Top all with cheese and cilantro.
  • Right before serving, toss to combine.


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