Delicious and Cheesy Chili Con Queso with Chicken

Enjoy the flavorful and cheesy goodness of this homemade chili con queso with chicken recipe. It is similar to the popular dish served at Carlos O'Kelly's restaurant. This recipe combines tender chicken, melted cheese, and spicy chili flavors for a satisfying and comforting appetizer or snack. It takes only a few minutes to prepare and is perfect for parties or family gatherings.

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
• 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
• Tortilla chips, for serving

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and jalapeno pepper, and cook until softened.
2. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
3. Stir in the diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced green chilies, and black beans.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, chicken broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
5. Add the cream cheese mixture to the skillet and stir until the cheese is melted and the ingredients are well incorporated.
6. Add the cooked and shredded chicken to the skillet and stir until heated through.
7. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro.
8. Serve the chili con queso warm with tortilla chips for dipping.

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