Quick and Easy Chili Dip Recipe

This quick and easy chili dip is the perfect appetizer for your next gathering. Made with ground beef, beans, and spices, this dip is full of flavor and has just the right amount of heat. It's also super easy to make and requires minimal prep time. Serve it with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables for a crowd-pleasing snack that will disappear in no time!

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Directions

1. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. Transfer the chili mixture to an oven-safe dish. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
9. Serve hot with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.

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