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Spicy Chorizo Queso

Spicy Chorizo Queso

  • Author: Andy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

A creamy, cheesy skillet dip loaded with smoky chorizo, melted cheddar, and Monterey Jack, balanced with tomatoes and green chilies for a bold Tex-Mex flavor. Perfect for dipping tortilla chips and sharing at gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 ounces chorizo sausage, sliced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Place a large skillet over medium heat and allow it to warm.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Add the sliced chorizo sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and aromatic.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Reduce the heat to medium low so the cheese melts gently.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Add cream cheese, shredded cheddar, shredded Monterey Jack, diced tomatoes with green chilies, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Stir continuously as the cheeses melt and the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
  6. Finishing Touches: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately while warm with tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest melting texture.
  • If the dip thickens too much, stir in a small splash of cream while reheating.
  • Serve the dip warm to maintain the creamy consistency.
  • Add diced jalapeños if you want extra spice.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 620 mg
  • Fat: 26 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 15 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg

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