Easy Chili Cheese Dip
This easy chili cheese dip is always a crowd favorite! Made with a handful of ingredients, this dip comes together in a matter of minutes for the perfect addition to any party.
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese room temperature
- 1 can Hormel chili with or without beans 15-ounces (I used with beans)
- 1 can diced green chilies 4-ounces (OR ¼ cup diced jarred jalapenos)
- 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- flaky salt
- ½ cup diced fresh tomatoes optional
- ¼ cup sliced green onions optional
- sour cream optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Spread softened cream cheese into the bottom on an 8x8-inch baking dish. Spread Hormel chili onto the cream cheese layer.
- Next, layer on the diced green chilies. There is no need to drain the green chilies, but if you are using jarred jalapenos, be sure to drain the brine.
- Add cheese and bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
- Sprinkle with a pinch of flaky salt and chopped cilantro. Add on your toppings of choice such as fresh tomatoes, green onions and sour cream. Serve warm with tortilla chips, Fritos Scoops, or even fresh veggies such as celery and carrots.
Notes
Feel free to sub in Mexican blend cheese, Colby-Jack, Cheddar or Pepper Jack cheese for the Monterey Jack. I prefer to grate my own cheese as I find it melts better, but bagged cheese will work just fine.
You can also sub in leftover homemade chili for the Hormel, just be sure the texture of the chili is on the thicker side.
Inspired by Wishbone Kitchen via TikTok