Mexican Pasta Bake
1-3/4 cups penne pasta, prepared according to package directions for firmer pasta
1 can (28 ounce) diced tomatoes in juice 
1 can (15.5 ounce) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/3 cup sliced green onions 
1 package (1.25 ounce) ORTEGA Taco Seasoning Mix - Regular 
2 tablespoons vegetable oil 
1 cup sour cream 
2 cups diced cooked chicken 
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 

Preheat oven to 425 drgrees. Lightly grease 2-quart baking dish. Combine taco seasoning, tomatoes with juice, beans, green onions and seasoning mix in medium bowl.

Combine pasta and oil in large bowl. Spread 1 cup tomato mixture on bottom of prepared baking dish; top with pasta mixture. Spread sour cream over pasta. Combine remaining tomato mixture and chicken; spoon over sour cream. Top with cheese.

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Makes 6 servings.


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