Description
Mexican chili cheese dip merges hearty ground beef with creamy melted cheese for a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Loaded with bold spices and simple ingredients, this quick recipe brings zesty comfort to game day gatherings you will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 pound (454 grams) Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 ounces / 284 grams) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) chili without beans
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, thoroughly draining accumulated fat to prevent greasiness.
- Sauté finely chopped onions and minced garlic with the beef until vegetables become translucent and fragrant.
- Incorporate diced tomatoes with green chilies and prepared chili, stirring to create a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
- Gradually add Velveeta cheese cubes, continuously stirring until completely liquefied and creating a silky, uniform consistency.
- Introduce shredded cheddar cheese, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper into the mixture, maintaining consistent heat to ensure complete cheese integration.
- Continue cooking for 3-5 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and develop a rich, creamy texture.
- Transfer the hot dip to a serving bowl, ensuring even distribution of ingredients and maintaining optimal temperature.
- Accompany with crisp tortilla chips for an irresistible appetizer or game day snack, serving immediately while cheese remains molten and inviting.
Notes
- Trim excess fat from ground beef thoroughly to prevent greasy texture and reduce calories for health-conscious eaters.
- Experiment with lean ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives for a lighter protein option that maintains robust flavor profile.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder or adding diced jalapeños for spice enthusiasts who crave extra kick.
- Control sodium content by selecting low-sodium canned tomatoes and using reduced-sodium cheese varieties without compromising delicious taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 417
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 21 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg