Southwest Chicken Pasta

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   Heat 1 1/2 tablespoons of the canola oil in a small frying pan.

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   Rub chicken on both sides with the fajita seasoning and pan-fry until cooked through and juices run clear.

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   This will take about 5-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts.

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   Remove to a cutting board and chop the chicken roughly into bite-sized pieces.

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   Place chicken on a plate and place another plate on top to keep it warm; set aside.

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   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Slice two small corn tortillas into strips and place on a cookie sheet.

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   Spray lightly with cooking spray and sprinkle with a bit of salt.

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   Bake for 10-15 minutes until crisp and beginning to brown.

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   Keep an eye on them, they can burn quickly!

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    Heat remaining canola oil in a large frying pan or skillet.

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    Add onions and peppers and saute over medium heat for 5-10 minutes until onions are tender and peppers are beginning to brown.

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    While the onions and peppers cook, bring a large pot of water to a boil then add pasta, and cook according to package instructions for al dente.

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    Add black beans and corn into the onion and pepper mixture and saute for 2-3 minutes more.

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    Reduce heat to low and add cream, chili powder, salt, pepper and cumin and mix well, allowing the mixture to simmer until the pasta is ready.

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    Drain pasta and add it into the sauce mixture.

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    Add the chicken and mix well until all pasta is coated.

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    Serve sprinkled with crisp tortilla strips and a few chunks of avocado.

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