Description
Chili cheese dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, blending creamy cheese with zesty chili for a flavor-packed appetizer that’s perfect for any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or a casual get-together, this easy-to-make dip will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey
- 1 can (15 oz) chili
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground meat until browned; drain excess fat.
- Stir in the canned chili and softened cream cheese until well combined.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese and stir over low heat until melted and creamy.
- Fold in sour cream until evenly mixed.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 91g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try incorporating spices like garlic powder or cayenne pepper. To keep the dip warm during serving, use a slow cooker set on low. For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with beans or lentils.