Description
This Chile Con Queso is a spicy, silky, and super cheesy dip made with ground beef, green chiles, and a blend of cheeses. Perfect for parties and gatherings, it combines savory flavors with a touch of heat and creamy texture, ready in just 25 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ pound ground beef (extra lean)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 4 ounces green chiles (1 can)
- 1 jalapeno, fresh, seeded and chopped
- 14 ounces fire roasted tomatoes (1 can)
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 cup Velveeta, cubed
- 2½ cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a cast iron or oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, season with chili powder, and cook for about 5 minutes, breaking it up until no longer pink.
- Sauté Vegetables: Stir in the diced red onion and minced garlic, cooking for another 2 minutes until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Add Peppers and Tomatoes: Mix in the green chiles, chopped jalapeno, and fire roasted tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
- Melt the Cheese: Pour in the evaporated milk and add the cubed Velveeta cheese. Cook for 2 minutes until Velveeta melts, stirring frequently. Then, stir in 2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese and cook for an additional minute until melted.
- Broil the Dip: Turn off heat. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese over the top. Place the skillet under the broiler for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is browned and bubbly. Watch closely to prevent burning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro, and serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- This Chile Con Queso dip is perfect for a crowd, combining spicy and cheesy flavors in a silky texture.
- Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying appetizer or party dip.
- Keep an eye under the broiler to prevent the cheese from burning.
- For milder heat, reduce or omit the jalapeno.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 328 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 862 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 72 mg
