Mexican Pasta Casserole

I got this recipe from a friend who got it from a betty crocker cookbook. A very quick and easy mexican casserole. Great reheated as well.

Preheat oven to 375.

While cooking pasta heat oil over medium heat in a frying pan.

Add garlic and jalepenos.

Cook 3 minutes.

Add chili powder , stir 1 minute.

Mixture will be thick and powdery.

Add tomatoes with liquid , cumin , and oregano.

Simmer 15 minutes.

Combine drained pasta , chicken , olives , 3 / 4 c.

Of the cheese and sauce.

Pour into 2 quart baking dish sprayed with vegetable oil.

Sprinkle remaining cheese on top , cover loosely with foil.

Bake 15 minutes until heated through.

rigatoni pasta, olive oil, garlic, jalapenos, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, cooked chicken, olive, monterey jack cheese