**Indulge in the Tex-Mex Delight: Chili Queso - A Symphony of Flavors**
Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Tex-Mex cuisine with our tantalizing Chili Queso recipes. This iconic dip, pronounced "chee-lee keh-so," is a harmonious blend of smooth, melted cheese, tangy chili, and an array of flavorful seasonings. Whether you're hosting a lively fiesta, a laid-back game day gathering, or simply craving a comforting snack, our diverse collection of Chili Queso recipes will surely satisfy your taste buds. From classic stovetop versions to slow-cooker wonders and even a delightful air fryer variation, we've got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your palate, and let's dive into the world of Chili Queso, one delectable recipe at a time.
CHILI CON QUESO
Years ago, my husband invented this gooey cheese dip. I may be biased, but I have to say it's excellent. If you like heat, rev it up with finely chopped jalapenos. -Patricia Leinheiser, Albuquerque, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 20m
Yield 24 servings (2 tablespoons each).
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute onion and garlic until tender. Add chilies; cook and stir 5 minutes. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and milk until smooth; stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Reduce heat to low; gradually stir in cheeses, adding in small amounts and allowing cheese to melt between additions. Serve warm with chips. If desired, top with tomato and jalapeno.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.
CHILI QUESO DIP
I've had this recipe for more than 42 years and have updated it from time to time. This is an easy party favorite, and everyone loves the taquito dippers. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 2h20m
Yield 40 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and sausage with onion, jalapenos and garlic over medium-high heat until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, crumbling meat. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in chili, soup, tomatoes, pimientos and cheese. , Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours, stirring halfway through cooking. Serve warm with taquitos or chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.
CHILI CON QUESO DIP
I can count on a roomful of smiles whenever I make this---and it couldn't be easier!-Tammy Leiber, Navasota, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 25m
Yield 4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the cheese, tomato sauce, green chilies, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder if desired and garlic powder; cook and stir over medium heat until cheese is melted. Transfer to a fondue pot and keep warm. Serve with chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 461mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 11g protein.
CHILI CON QUESO WITH CHICKEN (SIMILAR TO CARLOS O'KELLY'S)
I fell in love with Carlos O'Kelly's chili con queso with chicken, and experimented until I came up with something I think is a great imitation. It's often a requested appetizer dip at family functions. Serve hot with tortilla chips.
Provided by Patty2007
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Hot Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the tomato, onion, and garlic until the tomato has released its juice and the juice has become thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes.
- Mix in the processed cheese cubes, and stir until melted and smooth. Stir in the sour cream, shredded chicken, green chiles, salsa, seasoned salt, and oregano until thoroughly mixed, and cook until hot but not simmering, about 5 minutes, stirring constantly. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62.4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.4 g, Cholesterol 16.6 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 165.8 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CHILI CON QUESO DIP I
A spicy Mexican-inspired dip, this chili con queso dip is a zesty combination of easy-to-find ingredients.
Provided by Katelyn Moon
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, melt butter and saute onions and bell peppers. Saute until the onions are transparent. Add salt and pepper. Gently mix in cream cheese and chili sauce. Cook on a low heat for 15 minutes. Serve warm with chips for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 79.1 mg, Fat 39.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.8 g, Sodium 466.7 mg, Sugar 4.9 g
QUICK CHILI CON QUESO
I love to make this dip for parties, because it is so easy and I usually have all the ingredients on hand. I double the recipe and prepare it in my slow cooker, because it will not scorch. This makes it completely worry-free when entertaining.-Marie Stout, APO, AP
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield 2-3/4 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 6-7 minutes or until cheese is melted, stirring occasionally. Serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts :
DON PABLO'S COPYCAT CHILI CON QUESO
I love Don Pablos and so does my family. I just hate spending $4.00 for a bowl of their Chili Con Queso that may family gobbles up in 2 minutes. Here is a recipe that tastes exactly like theirs and cost about 1/3 as much to make!
Provided by Nedley Meyers
Categories Mexican
Time 25m
Yield 2 cups, 2-3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In small skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté the onion in the butter for 10 minutes, uncovered. Add the chili powder, tomatoes, jalapeños and simmer, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened. Add the cheese, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts. Add the sour cream and cook for 1 minute more. Serve with soft or crispy tortillas.
- Yield: 2 to 3 Servings.
CHILI CON QUESO
Provided by Judy Gauchat
Categories Condiment/Spread Cheese Appetizer Super Bowl Vegetarian Hot Pepper Party
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt the Crisco over low heat. Add garlic powder and Velveeta and Colby cheeses. Stir continuously over very low heat so the mixture doesn't burn. When cheese has melted, add green chilies and salsa, stirring to combine. Add evaporated milk and stir over low heat: DO NOT LET THE MIXTURE BOIL. Serve warm with tortilla chips or as a sauce on tacos or hamburgers.
CHILI CON QUESO
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the serranos, jalapenos and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Whisk in the flour. Gradually whisk in the half-and-half. Cook, whisking, until the mixture thickens, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the tomatoes and cilantro. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Cheddar and Jack cheeses 1/4 cup at a time, stirring constantly, until all the cheese has melted. Stir in the sour cream and salt. Serve with tortilla chips.
JEFF'S CHILI CON QUESO
This is an awesome cheese and chili dip for chips or French bread that everyone will love! Great for parties!
Provided by Jeff House
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Hot Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 40
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the processed American cheese and Cheddar cheese.
- When cheeses are melted and thoroughly blended, mix in salsa, chili, sour cream, chili powder and hot pepper sauce. Cook and stir 10 to 15 minutes before serving warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 66.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 192.5 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CHILI CON QUESO DIP II
Here's a simple version of a warm chili and cheese dip served in popular restaurants. Serve with warm tortilla chips.
Provided by Kathleen Burton
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Dips and Spreads Recipes Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes Hot Cheese Dip Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 32
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan over medium low heat, melt the processed cheese food. Stir in chili without beans and chili powder. Serve warm when thoroughly blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 26.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 7.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 467.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
CHILI CON QUESO DIP (OR ENCHILADA SAUCE)
This is a fantastic dip for chips and also makes a wicked sauce for enchiladas! Serve this for your next get together, everyone will LOVE this I promise! Even better, you can use the Mexican blend of Velveeta cheese for this if desired. Use a good-quality mild cheddar cheese such a Cracker Barrel or Black Diamond brand. Adjust the hot sauce to taste. The dip will thicken as it cools, it is best served from a small crockpot to keep warm you could even cook the complete recipe in the crockpot! Since the store-bought canned chili has very little added ground beef, you could always add in more cooked ground beef is desired!
Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz
Categories Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 20-30 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a heavy saucepan over low heat melt the Velveeta and mild cheddar cheese; stir until completely melted and combined.
- When the cheese has melted add in the salsa, chili, sour cream, chili powder, garlic (if using) and hot pepper sauce; cook over low heat for about 8-10 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 421.6, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 6.3
CHILI'S COPYCAT SKILLET QUESO RECIPE
Love Chili's Queso Dip? Now you can make it right at home. It's the perfect party appetizer.
Provided by Six Sisters Stuff
Yield 8-10
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut the Velveeta cheese into cubes.
- Combine the cheese with the remaining ingredients in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir frequently until cheese melts.
- Enjoy with tortilla chips or bread.
Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 1931 kcal, Fat 103 g, SaturatedFat 58 g, Cholesterol 315 mg, Sodium 5094 mg, Carbohydrate 112 g, Sugar 22 g, Protein 137 mg
DAIRY FREE CHILI QUESO DIP
This creamy, spicy dip takes vegan queso to a new level. Trust us, you're gonna wanna pour this on everything from nachos to veggie burgers!
Provided by So Delicious® Dairy Free
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips So Delicious® Dairy Free
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the cashews, orange bell pepper, Cashewmilk, chili powder, and nutritional yeast in a high-powered blender and puree, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- In a large saucepan, heat the minced onion, taco seasoning, black beans and fresh salsa. Stir constantly until thoroughly heated.
- Add in the cheese mixture and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt/pepper and garnish with cilantro and/or sliced green onions before serving.
- Enjoy with your favorite chips or raw vegetables!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.6 calories, Carbohydrate 66 g, Fat 26 g, Fiber 20.5 g, Protein 26.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 2094.7 mg, Sugar 7 g
CHILI QUESO
Provided by Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 25m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sweat the onions and garlic in a large saucepan over low heat until they are translucent.
- Lightly dust the cheese with cornstarch in a large bowl to keep it from clumping. Add the cheese to the onions and garlic and, as it starts to melt, drizzle in the heavy cream to your preferred consistency. Add the chili and stir until the cheese and chili become one.
- Use as a dip with tortilla chips or use as a condiment on burgers, hot dogs, fries or anything else you might want to taste awesome.
CHILI RICE CON QUESO
Melty cheese, canned chili beans and tomatoes along with a salsa rice mix make this Mexi-casserole a quick and delicious after-work dinner.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat oven to 425°F. Spray 1 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In casserole, mix rice mix and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
- In 1 1/2-quart saucepan, mix chili beans, tomatoes and water. Heat to boiling. Pour bean mixture over rice mixture in casserole; stir to mix.
- Cover; bake 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295, Carbohydrate 30 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 6 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1330 mg
CIN CHILI CON QUESO
Steps:
- Place the cheese in a crock pot. Add the chilis and tomatoes and the Cin Chili. Mix well and heat until melted, about 10 minutes. Serve with tortilla chips.
- In a large heavy bottom pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 8 minutes. Season with salt and drain off the excess grease. Add the tomato sauce and the beef broth and simmer for 1 hour. Add all of the ingredients from Batch one, stir and simmer for 35 more minutes. Add Batch two to the pot and cook for another 20 minutes, stirring often. Add Batch three and cook for 10 more minutes. Let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Use in Cin Chili Stuffed Poblano Peppers, Cin Chili Puffs, and Cin Chili Con Queso.
CHILI CON QUESO
Provided by Deborah Thomas-Gruby
Categories Soup/Stew Onion Pepper Tomato Appetizer Sauté Vegetarian Cheddar Cream Cheese Bon Appétit Florida
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, about 12 minutes. Stir in flour. Continue to cook until flour is just golden, stirring constantly, about 4 minutes. Mix in tomatoes, chilies and cream cheese and cook until cheese melts, stirring frequently, about 3 minutes. Simmer until mixture is slightly thickened, about 5 minutes. Add cheddar and stir until melted and mixture bubbles, about 4 minutes. Season with hot pepper sauce. Transfer to chafing dish or fondue pot. Serve with tortilla chips.
CHILI CON QUESO CASSEROLE
Pop this meatless casserole into the oven in 10 minutes with help from Bisquick® mix.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 2-quart casserole or 8-inch square pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle chiles and tomatoes evenly in casserole.
- In medium bowl, beat remaining ingredients except salsa with wire whisk until blended. Pour over chiles and tomatoes.
- Bake uncovered 35 to 40 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Serve with salsa.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 700 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g
CHILI QUESO REAL COPYCAT CHILI'S RESTAURANT VERSION BYTODD WILBU
This is from the copy cat Top Secret Recipes 2 by Todd Wilbur. I read the other recipes and tried them and they do not compare to this recipe. One was missing a key ingredient for texture- milk and others did not have the spices in proportion. This one tastes like Chili's Restaurant. Use the Hormel chili as it is part of the flavor equation. Serve hot with chips. I used scoops corn and flour triangles.Enjoy! Chef DLH From www.TopSecretRecipes.com
Provided by ChefDLH
Categories Cheese
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut the Velveeta into cubes.
- Combine the cheese with the remaining ingredients in medium sauce pan over medium heat.
- Stir frequently until cheese melts then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve with hot tortilla chips for dipping.
Tips:
- Select the Right Cheese: Use a good quality melting cheese, such as cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend, to achieve a smooth and creamy queso.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the chili queso will taste. Freshly chopped onions, peppers, and tomatoes will add a vibrant flavor to the dish.
- Spice It Up: Adjust the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper to suit your preferred level of spiciness. If you want a milder queso, reduce the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper. For a spicier queso, increase the amount of these ingredients.
- Don't Overcook the Chili: The chili should be cooked until the beef is browned and the vegetables are softened, but don't overcook it, as this will make the chili tough and dry.
- Garnish Generously: Top the chili queso with your favorite garnishes, such as diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, sour cream, or shredded cheese, to add extra flavor and texture.
Conclusion:
Chili queso is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed in various ways. Whether you serve it as a dip with tortilla chips, as a topping for nachos or tacos, or as a filling for burritos or enchiladas, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. With its rich, cheesy flavor and customizable spice level, chili queso is a delicious and satisfying dish that will impress your taste buds. So, gather your ingredients, follow the steps outlined in the recipes, and prepare to indulge in a culinary experience that will leave you craving for more.
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