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Microwave Refried Bean Dip

This Refried Bean Dip is ready in minutes because it’s made in the microwave! Make this recipe for game day, parties and last minute guests.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time3 minutes
Total Time11 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 8 People
Author: Jamie at Savorysaver.com
Cost: 5.00

Ingredients

  • 1 16 oz. Can Refried Beans
  • 1 4.5 oz. Can Chopped Green Chiles
  • ½ tsp. Ground Cumin
  • ½ tsp. Garlic Powder
  • ½ tsp. Onion Powder
  • 8 oz. 2 cups Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
  • ½ Medium Red Bell Pepper, Chopped
  • 1 Jalapeño Chile, Sliced, Optional
  • Chopped Fresh Cilantro, Optional

Instructions

  • In a 9 inch microwave-safe pie pan or casserole dish, combine beans, green chiles, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder and spread evenly in pan.
  • Cover with microwave-safe waxed paper and microwave on at full power for 2-2 ½ minutes until the dip is warm.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and top with bell pepper and jalapeño, if using.
  • Re-cover and microwave on full power for an additional 3 to 4 minutes or until cheese is almost melted.
  • Carefully remove pie plate from microwave and remove wax paper.
  • Let dip stand 2 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, if using.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.

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