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    Home » Appetizer » Chili Cheese Dip

    Published: Jan 22, 2023 by Desarae

    Chili Cheese Dip

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    This warm, cheesy, melty dip is the ultimate party dip. Made in under 10 minutes - this 2 ingredient Chili Cheese Dip will become your go-to for game day, parties, or just because. You're absolutely going to love this dip recipe!

    A chip being dunked into chili cheese dip. The dip is garnished with cilantro and peppers.

    Why This Recipe Works

    This chili dip recipe is so dang easy that you won't even believe it! This is sometimes called Hormel chili dip. You're going to love this recipe because:

    • It only has two ingredients. Thats it. That alone makes this recipe an easy go-to for all gatherings or celebrations.
    • This chili cheese dip is an absolute crowd pleaser. Everyone loves this dip!
    • It is made in under 10 minutes, so you don't need to stress about prep time before a party.

    About The Ingredients

    Everything you need for this recipe can be purchase at your local grocery store.

    Ingredients for chili dip in a saucepan.

    A few things to note about the ingredients:

    • Chili with no beans - there are a few sizes of chili, make sure you get the 15oz size. And also make sure that you get the no bean variety. While I have tried this recipe with beans, I really think the no bean variety tastes better.
    • Velveeta Cheese - This is what makes the dip nice and cheesy. If you want to avoid American cheese, try substituting cream cheese.
    • Dippers - you'll want to add tortilla chips, crusty bread, or veggies as dippers to go with this dip.

    How To Make Chili Cheese Dip

    How to make chili cheese dip.
    1. Add chili with no beans to a medium sized saucepan.
    2. Add in cubed velveeta cheese, or cubed cream cheese if you are using the cream cheese substitute.
    3. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently until cheese is melted and smooth.
    4. Serve with tortilla chips or bread.

    How To Serve

    • Keep warm - after I have prepared this dip I like to keep in warm in a slow cooker, dip crock pot, or fondue pot.
    • Serve with dippers - I like to serve this dip alongside tortilla chips, crusty bread, and fresh cut veggies.
    • Create a spread - if you are serving this for a game day, party, or gathering and want to offer several dips, I recommend: Sausage dip, Black bean dip, Hot artichoke dip, and Jalapeno popper dip.

    Variations

    • Homemade Chili Cheese Dip - want to get fancy and make this recipe from scratch? You can use homemade chili. I recommend this easy recipe. Just omit the beans.
    • Nix the Velveeta - if you don't like American cheese, you can substitute and equal amount of cream cheese.
    • Amp up the cheese - add in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese for an additional cheesy bite. I always recommend using sharp cheddar shredded cheese so you can taste the flavor once it is combined with other ingredients.
    • Add a little heat! - add diced green chile or Rotel for a little kick.
    Chili cheese dip in a saucepan setting on a wooden cutting board. The saucepan is surrounded by chips and bread.

    Chili Cheese Dip FAQ

    How do I keep this dip warm while serving?

    Serve in a mini crock pot or fondue pot set to low temp.

    What do I serve with this dip?

    I like to serve with corn tortilla chips or crusty bread. I've also had it with cool ranch Doritos. Some other options are crackers or sliced veggies.

    How long does this chili con queso dip last?

    This dip will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days. Reheat in the microwave.

    Chili cheese dip in a silver saucepan garnished with cilantro and peppers.

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    A chip being dunked into chili cheese dip. The dip is garnished with cilantro and peppers.

    Chili Cheese Dip

    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 24
    Calories: 62kcal
    Author: Kadee & Desarae

    Ingredients

    • 15 oz can of chili with NO BEANS
    • 1 lb Velveeta Cheese

    Instructions

    • Combine in sauce pan over medium heat.
    • Stir frequently until cheese has melted into chili.
    • Serve with your favorite chips.

    Notes

    How do I keep this dip warm while serving?
    Serve in a mini crock pot or fondue pot set to low temp.
    Are there any variations for this recipe?
    As noted above, you can substitute cream cheese for the velveeta. Additionally you can add diced green chilis or Rotel for a little kick.
    What do I serve with this dip?
    I like to serve with corn tortilla chips or crusty bread. I've also had it with cool ranch Doritos. Some other options are crackers or sliced veggies.
    How long does this dip last?
    This dip will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 days. Reheat in the microwave.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 62kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 11mg | Sodium: 392mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 245IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Kenzie says

      January 13, 2022 at 2:09 pm

      5 stars
      Seriously. I’m addicted.

      Reply
    2. Erin V says

      November 29, 2018 at 3:07 pm

      5 stars
      perfectly creamy, looooove the flavor

      Reply

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