Ultimate Easy 3-Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip Recipe (Game Day Ready)
Make this ultimate chili cheese dip using only three simple ingredients. This creamy, cheesy, and savory dip is ready in under 20 minutes, making it the perfect crowd pleaser for your next game day party or casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 (15 ounce) can chili (no beans recommended for best texture)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Combine the softened cream cheese and canned chili in a medium saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until it is completely melted and the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, brown 1/2 pound of ground beef and drain the fat before adding it to the saucepan with the cream cheese and chili.
- If you prefer a slow cooker method, combine all ingredients in a small slow cooker. Cook on low for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally until smooth and hot.
- Use a mix of cheeses, such as Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack, for a different flavor profile.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 750
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 14
- Cholesterol: 70