Easy Chili Con Queso
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this Easy Chili Con Queso recipe—a warm, creamy, and irresistibly cheesy dip that’s perfect for any occasion! Made with Velveeta, sharp cheddar, and a zesty kick from canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, this dish strikes the perfect balance between rich and spicy. Enhanced with aromatic sautéed onions, garlic, and a touch of cumin and chili powder, each bite is bursting with bold flavors. Optional jalapeños and fresh cilantro take the dip to the next level, making it easy to customize based on your heat preference. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 15-minute cook, this queso comes together effortlessly for game days, parties, or casual snacking. Serve it warm with crispy tortilla chips, and watch it disappear in no time! Perfect for tex-mex appetizer spreads, it's the ultimate cheesy comfort food that everyone will be dipping into again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese
- 10 oz Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Yellow onion (finely diced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
- 1 Jalapeño (seeded and finely diced, optional)
- 1 bag Tortilla chips (for serving)
Instructions
Cut the Velveeta cheese into small cubes and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the cumin, chili powder, and optional diced jalapeño for extra spice. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring to combine.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the diced tomatoes with green chilies (including their liquid). Stir well to combine.
Slowly add the Velveeta cheese cubes to the saucepan, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
Gradually mix in the shredded cheddar cheese and whole milk, stirring until fully incorporated and the queso reaches a creamy consistency.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional spices, if desired.
Transfer the chili con queso to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro, if using.
Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping. If the queso thickens over time, reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave while stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 149.8 g | 192% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.1 g | 490% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 490 mg | 163% | |
| Sodium | 8336 mg | 362% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.0 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 117.0 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 3474 mg | 267% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 952 mg | 20% | |
*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.
