This creamy cheesy Mexican Chili Cheese Dip will be the hit of all your tailgating parties. It’s got all kinds of great flavors going on that just go so well together, and those Mexican flavors are always popular. And, it’s easy to make! Everyone will be asking for this recipe.
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October is Tailgating Snacks Month
Happy 6th annual October is Tailgating Snacks Month!
I think that dips are a huge win at any party, especially a tailgating party. I mean, have you ever been to a football game day party and not had dips? Probably not!
And chili is also a huge part of any game day spread!
This Mexican Chili Cheese Dip is the best of both! A dip plus chili = winning!
And then, I made this dip even better by adding some Mexican flavors to it as well!
What kind of chili should I use?
I’m a big fan of using your favorite.
Have some leftover homemade chili? That’ll be perfect! Here’s my recipe for my favorite homemade chili: Crock Pot Vegetarian Chili.
Like your chili with beans? That’s perfect for this.
No beans in your chili? You’ll love this dip with that chili as well.
What kind of cheese should I use?
I like Monterey Jack cheese in this dip. It’s creamy and mild. The perfect cheesy addition.
You could also use pepper Jack cheese for a little kick.
A medium or mild cheddar would be nice. Or, you could use a blend of these cheeses.
I will definitely encourage you to grate or shred your own cheese from a block of cheese rather than buying the bags of pre-shredded cheese.
The pre-shredded cheese in those bags has a coating that makes it so the cheese doesn’t stick together in the bag. I think this coating adds a flavor to anything it’s added to, and I think it makes it so the cheese doesn’t melt as well.
So, if you can spare a couple minutes, please shred your own cheese here. Besides, you get a nice little arm workout from it.
What to do with the leftover evaporated milk?
Here are some other great recipes that will help you use up that evaporated milk that you have leftover after making this Mexican Chili Cheese Dip.
Other great dips to serve for game day grub
Mexican Avocado Cotija Dip
This is a great party dip! Kicked up guacamole that you'll love with all the right Mexican flavors!
Lasagna Dip
Hot lasagna in a dip form! You'll love this one! And it's easy to make!
Crock Pot Corn Dip
An addictive and delicous dip that's made in the slow cooker or crock pot. This ones' easy to make, and nice and creamy and comforting!
Chipotle Bean Dip
This one's made in the crock pot or slow cooker. A little spicy, a little smoky, and all delicious. Pass the chips, please!
Caprese Dip
Make this tomato and basil based dip on the grill or in the oven. I love that creamy cheesy Caprese style dip when it's all hot and gooey!
Onion Soup Mix Dip from Scratch
No weird ingredients. All delicious, and the Onion Soup Mix is easily made from dried herbs and spices in your cupboard.
Candied Jalapeno Ranch Dip
A little spicy. A bit creamy. With a nice sweetness from the candied jalapenos!
Skillet Pull-Apart Pretzel Buns with Creamy Cheese Dip
Hot and fresh pretzel buns baked around a creamy cheesy herb dip. Dig in!
Grilled Red Pepper and Garlic Dip
Grill the veggies up so they are smoky and delicious. Then blend them into a delicious dip. Serve this one with crackers or fresh veggies for something a little different on your tailgate party spread.
Roasted Chipotle & Garlic Baked Dip
Hot and cheesy. This chipotle and garlic dip will be the center of your football game day party!
Caramelized Onion Dip
Fresh onions, caramelized to perfection, then mixed into sour cream with some spices. Dipping perfection!
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Mexican Chili Cheese Dip Recipe
Mexican Chili Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups (15 ounce) can chili
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 2 green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 ounces cream cheese cut into smaller chunks
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced mild green chiles, drained
- 1 finely chopped jalapeno optional
Instructions
- Place chili, evaporated milk, the white parts of the chopped green onions, chili powder, and cumin in a medium saucepan, and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture starts to boil. Stir in shredded Monterey Jack cheese and cream cheese until cheese melts. If a thicker consistency is desired, boil gently for 2 to 3 more minutes.
Remove from heat, and stir in the green parts of the chopped
green onions, diced green chiles, and chopped jalapenos if desired.Garnish with addition green onions and shredded cheese if
desired.Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Dorothy Reinhold says
Dips are made for game day and this sounds delish! Give me allll the cheesy goodness.
Deb Clark says
This was delicious! I made this for football watching last week and it was such a hit – great recipe!!
Julie Menghini says
I love this recipe. I’ve always got homemade chili in the freezer and love that you don’t use that block of cheese. This recipe is going on my table for our next tailgating party!
Kathleen says
No fake cheese! YAY! This was a winner in our family!!
Michelle says
This is a great dip and we pretty much always have all of the ingredients in the house (minus the canned chili, but I make chili so often that we usually have leftovers or something in the freezer). I love that it’s something I can make without having to run to the grocery store!
Jennifer Ann Stewart says
I made this the other day and ate through an entire bag of chips scraping every last bit of the dip out of the bowl! I’m going to have to stock up on chips next time!
Amy Nash says
What a fabulous dip! I used some leftover homemade chili instead of a can of chili and it was absolutely scrumptious!