Hotter Than Hell Sausage Dip
Get ready to set your taste buds ablaze with this "Hotter Than Hell Sausage Dip," the ultimate spicy appetizer for heat enthusiasts! Packed with bold flavors, this creamy, cheesy dip combines spicy breakfast sausage, zesty diced tomatoes with green chilies, and fiery jalapeños for a kick that’s unforgettable. A blend of smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, and hot sauce brings layers of smoky and tangy heat, balanced perfectly by melted cream cheese and sharp cheddar. Topped with bubbly, golden cheese and garnished with fresh cilantro, this dip is broiled to perfection and served hot with crispy tortilla chips. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, it’s the perfect crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, and gatherings where bold, spicy snacks reign supreme.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound spicy breakfast sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 10 ounces canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 medium fresh jalapeños
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 1 bag tortilla chips
Instructions
In a large skillet, cook the spicy breakfast sausage over medium heat. Break it into crumbles with a spoon or spatula as it browns. Cook until no pink remains, about 6-8 minutes.
While the sausage cooks, finely dice the fresh jalapeños. For extra heat, include the seeds; for a milder spice level, remove them.
Drain excess grease from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon of fat for flavor.
Lower the heat to medium-low. Add the diced jalapeños, crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to the skillet. Stir to combine, letting the spices bloom for 1-2 minutes.
Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies (do not drain) to the skillet. Stir to evenly distribute the flavors.
Cut the cream cheese into cubes and add them to the skillet. Stir frequently until the cream cheese has melted and formed a creamy base for the dip.
Stir in 1 1/2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese (reserve the remaining 1/2 cup). Mix until melted and well blended.
Add the hot sauce and stir to evenly incorporate it into the dip. Taste and adjust the heat level by adding more hot sauce if desired.
Transfer the dip to an oven-safe dish or skillet if it is not already in one. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Preheat your oven's broiler. Place the dip under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Remove the dip from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of freshness.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips on the side for dipping. Enjoy the spicy, cheesy goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
571 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.0 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.0 g | 95% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 96 mg | 32% | |
| Sodium | 1022 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 239 mg | 5% | |
*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.
