Mexican Party Dip (Chile Con Queso)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 4

Mexican Party Dip (Chile Con Queso) recipe for your next party

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

Fat

16g

Mexican Party Dip, also known as Chile Con Queso, is a Tex-Mex appetizer. It is a creamy and spicy dip made with melted cheese, tomatoes, and green chilies, served with crunchy tortilla chips. This dip is perfect for game nights, potlucks, and picnic parties. It is easy to make and customizable by adding extra ingredients such as ground beef, corn, or jalapenos. You can make it as mild or spicy as you prefer by adjusting the amount of chilies used. Your guests will be impressed with how flavorful and fun this dip is!

Instructions

1.	Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat until melted.
2.	Add green onions; cook until tender.
3.	Stir in undrained tomatoes, drained green chilies, and salt.
4.	Add cheese; cook and stir over low heat until melted and smooth.
5.	Stir in heavy cream; heat through. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

PROS

Mexican Party Dip is a crowd-pleaser; it is simple, cheesy, and delicious.

It can be made in advance and reheated for parties.
The colorful ingredients add a festive touch to the event.

CONS

Mexican Party Dip contains a high amount of sodium and calories due to the cheese and chips.

It should be consumed in moderation and balanced with healthier food options.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not a health food, the ingredients in Mexican Party Dip can offer benefits.
Tomatoes are low in calories and high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Green chilies can boost metabolism and contain vitamin A, B6, and C.
Moderate consumption of cheese provides calcium and protein.

	2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
	1/4 cup green onion , finely chopped
	1 can tomatoes , undrained
	1 can chopped green chilies , drained
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/2 lb monterey jack cheese , cubed
	1/4 cup heavy cream
	tortilla chips