Ingredients

  • 4 medium poblano chiles, halved and seeded (you can also use jalapenos)
  • 1 (16 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
  • 1 (8 7/8 ounce) envelopemicrowaveable cooked long-grain rice (such as Uncle Ben's Original Ready Rice)
  • 12 cup picante sauce
  • 1 cup reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, shredded
  • chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Method

  • Place chile halves, cut sides up, on a round microwave-safe plate.
  • Cover with wax paper; microwave at HIGH 3 minutes.
  • While chiles cook, combine beans, rice, and picante sauce in a medium bowl, stirring well.
  • (This is where you would add the chicken if using).
  • Spoon bean mixture evenly into chile halves.
  • Cover with wax paper; microwave at HIGH 2 minutes.
  • Uncover chiles, sprinkle each half with 2 tablespoons cheese, and microwave at HIGH 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese melts.
  • Sprinkle evenly with cilantro, if desired.