Description
Easy Chili Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer with layers of creamy cream cheese, savory chili, melted cheese, and crispy toppings. Perfect for game days, parties, or a fun snack, this cheesy dip is served with Fritos Scoops for the ultimate bite. Customize it with fresh toppings for extra flavor and texture!
Ingredients
For the Salad:1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ cup sour cream, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound 80/20 ground beef
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 (15-ounce) can chili with beans or 2 cups homemade chili with beans
4 ounces pre-shredded Mexican-style 4-cheese blend (about 1 cup)
1 green onion, sliced
1 plum tomato, chopped (about ½ cup)
¼ cup crispy fried onions (such as French’s)
Corn chip scoops (such as Fritos Scoops), for serving
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). -
Make the Cream Cheese Base:
In a medium bowl, stir together the cream cheese, onion powder, and 2 tablespoons of sour cream until thoroughly blended. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly into the bottom and sides of a 9-inch deep pie plate or 10-inch oven-safe skillet. Set aside. -
Cook the Chili Layer:
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Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add ground beef and kosher salt, cooking and breaking up the meat until browned and crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes.
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Transfer beef to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
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Add the chili to the skillet, bring to a simmer, then stir in the beef. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
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Assemble and Bake the Chili Dip:
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Spoon the chili mixture over the cream cheese base and spread evenly.
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Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and bake for 20 minutes, until the cheese melts and the dip is warmed through.
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Top and Serve:
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Remove the dip from the oven and top with green onions, tomatoes, and crispy fried onions.
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Serve immediately with Fritos Scoops and the remaining sour cream.
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Notes
Spicy Kick: Add hot sauce or chopped jalapeños to the chili layer for extra heat.
Cheese Options: Experiment with different cheeses like cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack for variety.
Protein Variations: Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
Make It Vegetarian: Skip the meat and use vegetarian chili or beans and corn for a meatless dip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer / Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
