Easy Hot Chili Dip
Turn up the heat at your next gathering with this *Easy Hot Chili Dip*—a creamy, cheesy, and irresistibly bold appetizer that's ready in just 25 minutes! Perfectly layered with tangy cream cheese, hearty canned chili, a blend of melty cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and the zesty kick of green chilies and hot sauce, this baked dip is a flavor-packed crowd-pleaser. Serve it with crunchy tortilla chips or crisp veggie sticks for the ultimate dipping experience. Whether you're hosting game day, a cozy movie night, or a festive party, this hot chili dip promises to be the star of the snack table!
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Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 15 ounces canned chili (with or without beans)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 ounces diced green chilies
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon sour cream (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
- 0 n/a tortilla chips (for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, soften the cream cheese by microwaving it for about 30 seconds until pliable.
Step 3
Spread the softened cream cheese evenly on the bottom of a small baking dish (approximately 8x8 inches or a similar size).
Step 4
Layer the canned chili evenly on top of the cream cheese.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Reserve 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture for topping.
Step 6
Sprinkle the remaining cheese mixture evenly over the chili layer.
Step 7
Top with diced green chilies and drizzle with hot sauce for extra heat and flavor.
Step 8
Add the reserved 1/4 cup of cheese mixture on top as the final layer.
Step 9
Bake in the oven for 15 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Step 10
Carefully remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Step 11
If desired, garnish with sour cream and sliced green onions before serving.
Step 12
Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1046.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2290.4 |
| Total Fat 178.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 101.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 509.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4257.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 82.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.7g | |
| Protein 100.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1987.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1691.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories