Spice up your gathering with this delicious Southwest Baked Chili Dip

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Spice up your gathering with this delicious Southwest Baked Chili Dip
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
35 mins
Total Time:
55mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 28, 2023

This Southwest Baked Chili Dip recipe is perfect for any occasion. It's a creamy and cheesy dip with a spicy kick that will leave everyone wanting more. Made with ingredients like ground beef, black beans, corn, and diced tomatoes, this dip is full of flavor and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Serve it with tortilla chips or toasted bread and watch it disappear in no time. It's easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering!

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Tortilla chips or toasted bread, for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes, and frozen corn. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until heated through.
  5. Add the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is well combined.
  6. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Spread it evenly to cover the bottom of the dish.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot and bubbly.
  8. Serve the Southwest Baked Chili Dip with tortilla chips or toasted bread.
  9. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Chili powder is a common spice in Tex-Mex and Southwest cuisine that adds a depth of flavor and a touch of heat to the dip.
  • Cream cheese not only adds creaminess to the dip but also helps balance the spiciness of the chili powder.
  • You can customize this dip by adding your favorite toppings such as sliced jalapenos, diced avocado, or sour cream.