Cheesy and Spicy Chili Cheese Dip

This Chili Cheese Dip is the perfect appetizer for parties or game day. Made with a combination of ground beef, chili powder, cheese, and spices, it's a crowd-pleasing dip that will have everyone coming back for more. Serve it with tortilla chips or bread for a tasty and satisfying snack. This recipe takes just a few minutes to prepare and will impress your guests with its bold flavors and gooey, cheesy texture. Get ready to dig in and enjoy this delicious and comforting dip.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 can (14 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup diced green chilies
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Tortilla chips or bread, for serving

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
4. Add the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
5. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the chili mixture for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the chili mixture.
8. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese over the chili mixture.
9. Add another layer of the chili mixture on top of the cheese.
10. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese over the second layer of chili.
11. Top the dip with the diced green chilies.
12. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
14. Serve the chili cheese dip hot with tortilla chips or bread for dipping.

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