Cheese and Chilies Appetizer
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this irresistible Cheese and Chilies Appetizer—a creamy, cheesy dip with a bold kick of heat! Perfect for any gathering, this easy-to-make dish combines smooth cream cheese, sharp cheddar, zesty green chilies, and fiery jalapeños, all seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powder. Topped with buttery, golden panko breadcrumbs, this appetizer bakes to bubbly, crispy perfection in just 15 minutes. Serve it warm with a side of tortilla chips for the ultimate crowd-pleasing snack. Whether you're hosting game night, a festive party, or simply craving a savory treat, this creamy, spicy dip is guaranteed to steal the spotlight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 oz canned diced green chilies
- 2 pieces jalapeños, finely diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
- tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, diced green chilies, diced jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well until fully blended.
Transfer the cheese mixture into an oven-safe baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
In a small bowl, mix the panko breadcrumbs with the melted butter until evenly coated.
Sprinkle the buttered breadcrumbs evenly over the cheese mixture to create a crispy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the topping is golden brown.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2188 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.1 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.8 g | 549% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 533 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 4090 mg | 178% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.3 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.4 g | ||
| Protein | 78.4 g | 157% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1907 mg | 147% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 574 mg | 12% | |
*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.
