Also, here is a shout out to Sara, my college roommate and forever bestie. She is the one in the pictures helping this recipe come to life!
Ingredients
3/4 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup light cream cheese
1/2 cup light sour cream
1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce
1 cup shredded cooked chicken breast
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
3 tablespoons chopped green onion
1/4 cup reduced fat cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Directions
Spread black beans evenly on bottom of 1.5 quart microwave safe dish.
In bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream and hot sauce.
Add chicken, red pepper and half of green onions. Stir to combine.
Spread mixture evenly over beans and top with cheddar cheese.
Microwave for 2 minutes and garnish with cilantro, tomatoes and remaining green onions.
Cooking tips
Make this the in advance and stick it in the refrigerator for a busy day snack, picnic or party!
Use different peppers, cheese or canned green chiles to spice it up