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3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip

Spread cream cheese onto the bottom of a dish followed by a layer of your favorite canned chili, then sprinkle lots of shredded cheese on top. Bake and serve with tortilla chips! One of the laziest appetizers you'll ever make.

January 2, 2023 By Lilly

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A quick and easy appetizer for last minute parties! This awesome dip will be the first thing to disappear at your next gathering.

If I’m making a party dip, it has got to have CREAM CHEESE. It’s probably my favorite ingredient of all time because it makes everything crazy delicious. I’m also a big fan of simple and yummy recipes that I can throw together quickly with just a few basic ingredients.

Serve this warm cheesy dip with tortilla chips or Fritos scoops for the BEST crowd pleasing appetizer with minimal effort.

Are you looking for easy party appetizer to make for a party? You've got to try this 3 ingredient chip dip! It's so simple to make with just cream cheese, cheddar, and a can of chili. Layer and bake for the best party food, ever! This is my favorite appetizer to make for family gatherings, especially on football Sunday or game day.

Warm Cream Cheese Chili Dip

If you’re looking for last minute party appetizer ideas, this warm and cheesy party food will soon be your favorite go-to party dip to feed a crowd. Double the recipe and use a larger pan if you’re serving more than 6 people.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 can of your favorite chili
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • chips for serving

3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip Appetizer | A yummy and super easy party dip!

Step 1Use the back of a large spoon to spread the cream cheese onto the bottom of a glass pie dish (or any small shallow baking dish). It helps if the cream cheese is softened, but it’s not necessary.

Are you looking for easy cream cheese dips to make for a party? This Chili Cheese Dip is perfect for feeding a crowd! Serve it with tortilla chips for the best finger food, ever.

Step 2Evenly spread the chili over top of the cream cheese. Any chili works, with or without beans. You could even opt for a can of vegetarian chili or spicy chili.

Warm Chili Cream Cheese Dip! A delicious and easy party food. It's warm, cheesy, quick to make, and crowd pleasing!

Step 3Sprinkle about 1 cup of shredded cheese over top. I used a Mexican cheese blend because that’s what I had on hand, but cheddar or Monterey Jack are also great choices.

Cheesy Chili Dip Recipe

Step 4Bake uncovered in a 350 degree oven for about 25 minutes or until the cream cheese is hot and the shredded cheese is melted.

Quick & Easy Warm Chili Cheese Dip (made with few ingredients!)

Step 5Serve with your favorite bag of tortilla chips or Fritos Scoops. You could also top with jalapeños or serve them on the side to spice things up!

Chili Cheese Dip | A quick and easy crowd pleasing appetizer! Serve it warm with tortilla chips for the best party food you'll ever make.

The great thing about this yummy dip is that it’s just as good once it’s been sitting on the counter for hours. Yes, you can serve it hot right out of the oven, but it’s just as delicious once it’s cooled for a bit so it will keep everyone’s bellies full and happy all night long.

This delicious cream cheese dip is simple to prepare with just a few ingredients including cream cheese, a can of chili, and shredded cheese. A real crowd pleaser with minimal effort! Serve with your favorite bag of tortilla chips and watch as everyone licks their plates clean. If you're looking for quick and easy party food ideas, this appetizer is about as lazy as it gets.

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3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip

If you're looking for last minute party appetizers to make, you can't go wrong with this warm cream cheese chip dip! It's the best quick and easy party food for football parties and family gatherings.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time25 minutes mins
Course: Appetizer
Keyword: 3 ingredients, appetizers, chip dip, cream cheese, party food, quick and easy
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 1 (8oz) block cream cheese
  • 1 (15oz) can chili
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • tortilla chips for serving (or Fritos Scoops)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Use the back of a large spoon to evenly spread the cream cheese onto the bottom of a glass pie dish (or any small & shallow baking dish).
  • Spread the chili over top and then evenly sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake for about 25 minutes or until warm and bubbly.
  • Serve immediately with your favorite chips!

Notes

  • I used a Mexican cheese blend this time because that's what I had on hand, but cheddar or Monterey Jack are also great choices.
  • Any chili can be used for this easy appetizer. Choose your favorite, with or without beans! You could even use a can of vegetarian chili or spicy chili.
  • To spice things up, serve this dip with a side of sliced jalapeños.
  • Want another fun party food idea? Try these Ritz Cracker Party Sandwiches! Delicious party food that will have your guests hovering over the appetizer table.

Don’t forget to pin and save this easy party dip for later! 🙂

This crowd pleasing appetizer takes less than 5 minutes to prepare! Serve this easy warm dip with tortilla chips or Fritos scoops at your next party or family gathering. It's perfect for game day or football Sunday! It's always the first thing to disappear at parties. You just layer a block of cream cheese, a can of chili, and shredded cheese in a shallow baking dish and then bake for about 25 minutes. Insanely delicious and so quick and simple to make!

3 ingredient chili cheese dip! This quick and easy appetizer is perfect for feeding a crowd, and so simple to throw together last minute with just a few ingredients: cream cheese, a can of chili, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips for serving. If you're looking for a chip dip for parties, this amazing finger food is some serious crowd pleasing comfort food!Chili Cream Cheese Dip | The best quick and easy party food! If you're looking for simple appetizers to make for a party, this 3 ingredient chip dip is awesome! It's my go-to last minute chip dip. Super cheesy and delicious! It takes less than 5 minutes to prep and then the oven does the rest. Serve warm with tortilla chips or Fritos Scoops. Easy Chili Cheese Dip Appetizer | The best party food! Serve this yummy cream cheese dip with tortilla chips or Fritos Scoops for the best party food you'll ever make. And it's so easy to make with just 3 ingredients! A block of cream cheese, a can of chili, and shredded cheese. This party appetizer crowd pleasing! Everyone always asks me for the recipe.

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