Chili con Queso dip Recipe
Tex-Mex · Appetizer · 25 min total
A creamy, spicy cheese dip with green chiles and tomatoes, perfect for tortilla chips or as a topping for nachos.
10
min prep
15
min cook
8
servings
180
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 8 ounces processed American cheese (such as Velveeta), cut into cubes
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook 1 minute more.
- Stir in green chiles and tomatoes; cook for 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and add milk, then gradually stir in American cheese and cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and salt to taste. If desired, stir in cilantro.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or as a topping.
Tips
- For a spicier dip, add a minced jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce.
- Keep dip warm in a slow cooker on low setting for parties.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
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