Our rich and creamy Chili Cheese Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer for any party, game day, or anytime you crave a warm, hearty dip. In 25 minutes, you will have the ultimate gooey cheesy chili dip with perfectly seasoned beef.
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- Why everyone should make Chili Cheese Dip
- Ingredients to make Chili Cheese Dip
- Kitchen Tools to make Chili and Cheese Dip
- How to make Chili Cheese Dip
- Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips for Chili and Cheese Dip Recipe
- Eileen's Tips for the Best Cheesy Chili Dip
- Change-Up Chili Cheese Dip Ingredients
- What to serve with this party dip
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Why everyone should make Chili Cheese Dip
- Cheesy and Indulgent: The smooth, velvety cream cheese and buttery Monterey Jack cheese are ideal for melting, and paired with sharp cheddar cheese for the ultimate cheesy blend for this epic chili and cheese dip.
- Simple and Affordable: This ground beef chili dip uses just a few simple ingredients, and the results are always a party pleaser.
- Crowd-Pleaser: A great recipe to feed a crowd for potlucks, gameday, or family parties.
Ingredients to make Chili Cheese Dip
- ground beef: Ground chicken, turkey, or pork can be used for this recipe.
- yellow onion
- minced garlic
- canned, diced tomatoes with mild green chilies: I use Rotel for this recipe.
- chili powder
- ground cumin
- smoked paprika
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- cream cheese
- cheddar cheese
- Monterey Jack cheese
- green onion - garnish
Kitchen Tools to make Chili and Cheese Dip
- Large skillet
- Wooden Spoon
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing spoon
- Serving Bowl
How to make Chili Cheese Dip
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- Brown the meat, onions, and garlic.
- Add diced tomatoes and spices.
- Add the cream cheese to the browned beef mixture.
- Stir in the cream cheese until melted.
- Add the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese to the pan.
- Mix till combined.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
Make-ahead, storage, and freezer tips for Chili and Cheese Dip Recipe
Storage - Keep in an airtight covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Make ahead: The recipe can be prepared and placed in the refrigerator up to 24 hours. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate until ready to enjoy it. Top with the cheese garnishes and finish heating
Reheat: Reheat over medium heat until warmed through in the original pan or in a 350°F oven until warm and the
Can I freeze this dip? Freezing isn’t recommended for the best texture. The cream cheese may separate after freezing.
Eileen's Tips for the Best Cheesy Chili Dip
- Be sure to brown the ground beef and drain off excess fat.
- Please take a few minutes and shred your own cheese. Preshredded cheese does not melt well.
- The dip can be made and kept warm in a slow cooker for your party or celebration.
- Leftover chili can be used for this dip. Fold in the leftover chili with the cream cheese and shredded cheese mixture.
Change-Up Chili Cheese Dip Ingredients
Want to change up this recipe?
- Make it spicier: Add diced jalapeños or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Protein: Any favorite protein, such as ground chicken, pork, or turkey, can be used.
- Beans: Add in your favorite beans, such as black beans, pinto beans, or red beans, to the ground beef mix.
- Vegetarian version: Swap ground meat for cooked lentils or crumbled tofu.
- Cheese swap: Pepper Jack or smoked cheddar gives extra flavor depth.
- Dairy Free: Use dairy-free cheese of your choice.
Make ahead: Prepare the meat and spice base in advance. Mix with cheeses right before serving for fresher texture.
What to serve with this party dip
- Tortilla chips are a favorite in my household.
- You can also use crackers, sliced baguette, or fresh veggies like bell peppers and celery.
- Hard Pretzels are another great choice.
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Chili Cheese Dip
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small yellow onion (finely diced)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic Note 1
- 1 (10) ounce can, diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, drained Note 2
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional Garnish
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 stalks green onion, chopped
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, saute 1 pound ground beef, 1 small yellow onion (finely diced), and 1 teaspoon minced garlic until the meat is browned and the onions are soft and translucent. Drain excess fat.
- Add 1 (10) ounce can, diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, drained , 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low. Stir in 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) smooth.
- Add 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, stirring until melted and creamy. Note 3
- Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with optional topping: ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, 2 stalks green onion, chopped.
- Serve with tortilla chips.
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