Categories: Pasta

Ingredients

• 6 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1 small minced garlic clove
• 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup hot water
• 1 tbsp chicken stock
• 1 cup half and half
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 1/4 tsp hot sauce
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 3/4 cup shredded Parmesan
• 3/4 cup cubed Velveeta
• 3/4 cup prepared salsa
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 10 oz. cooked penne pasta
• 1 chicken breast
• 1/3 cup spicy black beans
• 1/4 cup diced tomatoes, for garnish
• 1 tsp sliced green onion, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat the grill.

2. Melt butter in a saucepan and add the onion and garlic. Saute for 2 to 3 minutes until the onions are transparent.

3. Stir in the flour to make a roux and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often.

4. Mix the hot water, chicken stock, and half and half. Add the mixture slowly to roux, stirring constantly. Allow to cook for 5 minutes. The sauce should have the consistency of honey.

5. Add the salt, sugar, hot sauce, lemon juice, cayenne, and Parmesan to the sauce and stir to blend. Do not allow to boil.

6. Add the Velveeta and stir until melted. Add the salsa and sour cream and blend.

7. Place the pasta into a mixing bowl. Add the cheese sauce and toss to coat evenly.

8. Grill the chicken for 5 minutes per side until done. Slice into 1/4" thick strips.

9. Place the chicken on top of pasta and ladle black beans on top. Sprinkle with tomatoes and green onions.

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