Indulge in the creamy and flavorful goodness of Chili Cheese Dip II! This recipe combines a rich cheese base with a kick of spice from chili peppers. Perfect for parties, game nights, or movie marathons, this dip is sure to please everyone's taste buds. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a quick and easy appetizer that will be the star of any gathering. Serve with tortilla chips or bread slices for dipping and watch it disappear!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup canned chili
- 1/2 cup diced green chilies
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
- Tortilla chips or bread slices, for serving
Directions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well until smooth.
- Add the canned chili, diced green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika to the cheese mixture. Stir until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to a microwave-safe dish and spread it out evenly.
- Microwave on high for 3-4 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the microwave and let the dip cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot with tortilla chips or bread slices for dipping.
Interesting Facts
Cream cheese was invented in the United States in 1872 by William Lawrence.
Cheddar cheese gets its name from the English village of Cheddar in Somerset.
Chili peppers contain capsaicin, which is responsible for their spiciness and can also provide health benefits like pain relief and improved digestion.