Queso Fundito Diablito Melted Cheese with a Kick

Turn up the heat with Queso Fundito Diablito, a molten blend of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses spiced to perfection with zesty chorizo, fiery jalapeños, and a hint of smoky paprika. This bold and flavorful Mexican-inspired appetizer is loaded with a robust jalapeño-tomato mixture and topped with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish. Perfectly baked until bubbly and golden, this crowd-pleasing dip pairs beautifully with crispy tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas for an irresistible party favorite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy queso recipe is your go-to for game days, gatherings, or any time you're craving cheesy, spicy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 6 ounces Chorizo sausage, casing removed
• 2 large Jalapeño peppers, finely diced
• 1 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Diced tomatoes with green chilies (canned, drained)
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro leaves, chopped (optional garnish)
• 1 bag or dozen Tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chorizo sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove the chorizo from the skillet and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced jalapeños and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.

Step 5

Stir in the red chili flakes, smoked paprika, and drained diced tomatoes with green chilies. Cook for 2 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 6

In an 8-inch oven-safe dish (or cast-iron skillet), layer half the shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses.

Step 7

Evenly sprinkle half the cooked chorizo and the jalapeño-tomato mixture over the cheese layer.

Step 8

Layer the remaining shredded cheeses on top, followed by the remaining chorizo and jalapeño-tomato mixture.

Step 9

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbling.

Step 10

For an extra golden top, switch the oven to broil for 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Sprinkle the top with chopped cilantro for a fresh garnish, if desired.

Step 12

Serve immediately with tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas for dipping. Enjoy the spicy, cheesy goodness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(934.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2989.4

Total Fat 222.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 449.3mg	0%
Sodium 6016.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 9.1g
Protein 137.8g	0%

Vitamin D 72.0IU	0%
Calcium 2594.6mg	0%
Iron 6.7mg	0%
Potassium 1639.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.5%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 16.4%