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Microwave Chili Cheese Dip
gluten free-adaptable
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Microwave Chili Cheese Dip

This hearty chili cheese dip is made in the microwave in under 10 minutes using canned chili and processed cheese for ultimate ease. It is the perfect quick dip for game day parties, movie nights, or afternoon snacking.

4.5
7 min
🍴8 servings
🔥200 cal
🔖Easy
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30 second summary

A thick and savory chili cheese dip that comes together in minutes in the microwave with just two main ingredients.

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Nutrition per serving

200Calories
10gProtein
14gCarbs
12gFat
3gFiber

Ingredients

8servings

base

dairy

seasoning

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Instructions

1

Layer Ingredients

Pour the canned chili into a large microwave-safe bowl, top with cubed processed cheese, and sprinkle with chili powder.

2

Microwave Until Melted

Cover loosely and microwave on high for 3 minutes, then stir to begin incorporating the melted cheese into the chili.

3

Continue Heating

Microwave for an additional 2 minutes on high, stopping to stir every 60 seconds until the dip is completely smooth and hot.

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4

Finish and Serve

Stir in the sour cream until combined and smooth, then serve immediately with tortilla chips or corn chips.

Substitutions

processed cheeseshredded cheddar with 2 tablespoons of cream cheese for a more natural cheese version
canned chili with beansbean-free canned chili for a smoother less chunky dip texture

Common mistakes

Cubing the cheese too large which causes it to melt unevenly and leave unmelted chunks in the final dip
Skipping the stir breaks and microwaving straight through which burns the bottom of the dip
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