This easy chili cheese dip recipe is perfect for game day or any gathering. Made with simple ingredients like ground beef, chili powder, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar, this dip is creamy, savory, and packed with flavor. Serve it with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that will disappear in no time. It's comfort food at its best!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 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 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the onion is soft and translucent.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- Add the drained diced tomatoes to the skillet and stir until well combined. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar cheese until smooth and well blended.
- Transfer the cooked ground beef mixture to a 9-inch baking dish. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers.
