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Cozy Frito Chili Cheese Dip


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

A creamy, cheesy, and savory dip perfect for gatherings and game nights, served with Frito’s Scoops.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. ground hamburger, cooked and drained
  • 1 block cream cheese, softened
  • 10 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 15 oz. can chili starter
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1–2 tsp hot sauce
  • 1/2 medium white onion, diced
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (for topping)
  • 5 strips turkey bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
  • 2 green onions, diced
  • Frito’s Scoops for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees.
  2. Combine the softened cream cheese, cooked hamburger, and all remaining dip base ingredients in a large bowl. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
  3. Pour the dip mixture into a greased oven-safe skillet.
  4. Top the dip with an additional cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until slightly melted.
  6. Carefully take it out, sprinkle with chopped turkey bacon, and return to the oven. Bake for another 3-4 minutes until bubbly around the edges.
  7. Finish by adding the diced green onions on top. Serve warm with Frito’s Scoops for dipping.

Notes

This dip can be made a day in advance and stored in the fridge before baking. It can be prepared vegetarian by substituting ground hamburger with a plant-based meat alternative.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg