Chili Cheese Dip Recipe is the perfect appetizer when you are craving comfort food. Everything comes together for the best dip and it is so inexpensive to make.
Dip recipes are always a hit and this easy Chili Cheese Dip recipe could not get any easier. If you can toss together a few ingredients, you can make this easy appetizer.
The dip is so creamy and delicious with the perfect amount of heat from the jalapenos. However, you can omit these all together if you want. Or you can add extra like us. Another crowd favorite is this Beer Cheese Dip Recipe or 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip.
Why We Love This Recipe
There are so many delicious ingredients in this dip and it is one of our favorite party appetizers. If you love comfort food, this is a must try. It is so versatile and can be baked or put in the microwave. You can also use a slow cooker if you prefer.
Another idea is to make homemade chili with ground beef if you prefer to not use store bought chili. Both are great in this recipe so just do what is best for you!
It is one of our favorite easy recipes and chili cheese dip never disappoints. Try it on Game Day, birthday parties, holidays and more. You might even want to double the recipe because it is so good and everyone goes crazy over it. It really isn’t any more trouble to make more so I often double the recipe for parties.
Ingredients
- Cream Cheese – Make sure it is softened before using
- Chili without Beans – Any brand of chili will work
- Taco Seasoning – Try making Easy Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe
- Garlic Clove – Learn How to Mince Garlic Cloves
- Mexican Blend Cheese – Use any type of shredded cheddar cheese such as sharp cheddar cheese, Colby Jack Cheese or Mozzarella Cheese
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How to Make Chili Cheese Dip
- Step 1 – Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
Step 2 – In a medium bowl, soften cream cheese until smooth. Add chili, taco seasoning, garlic and cheese.
Step 3 – Stir until well combined.
Step 3 – Transfer to microwave safe bowl or baking dish. You can make this in a pie plate, ramekin or baking dish.
Step 4 – Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until bubbling. Stir before serving. Add toppings and serve with chips.
Expert Tips
- Cream Cheese – To ensure a creamy texture, make sure that your cream cheese have softened to room temperature.
- Microwave – If you prefer to microwave this dip, cook for 5 minutes or until bubbling.
- Crock Pot – If you prefer to slow cook it, try our Crock Pot Chili Cheese Dip.
- Shredded Cheese – For the best taste, we recommend shredded cheese from bulk cheese. The cheese melts better and has more flavor.
Serving Suggestions
This Chili Cheese Dip is perfect to feed a crowd for all your game day parties. It is the perfect dip to serve with all your favorite dippers.
Here are some of our favorites.
- Frito Scoops
- Tortilla Chips
- Raw Vegetables – Bell Peppers, Carrots and Cucumbers
- Crunchy Bread
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can make this vegetarian if you use vegetarian chili instead of the regular chili.
You can use a regular baking pan, cast iron skillet or any oven safe baking dish.
Yes, this is a great recipe to make in the slow cooker. This would be perfect if you are serving to a crowd and you need to keep the dip warm.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
Reheat the leftovers in the microwave or place back in a baking dish and reheat in the oven.
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Chili Cheese Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 package Cream Cheese (8 ounces) softened
- 2 cans Chili without Beans (15 ounces each)
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 package Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese (8 ounces)
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the chili, taco seasoning, minced garlic, and shredded Mexican blend cheese until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbling around the edges.
- Stir before serving and enjoy warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Peanut butter balls were almost gone before I had them fixed. My husband usually doesn’t eat sweets but he proved me wrong. Now I have to fix more be4 we go to my oldest daughters house for Christmas.
I luv the buffalo chicken dip. My husband has a soft tummy so the next time I fix it I’m only gonna add half the hot sauce gor him.