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    Published Mar 2, 2021 (Updated Jan 20, 2023) by Heather Bilyeu

    3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip

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    3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip is such an easy and delicious appetizer that everyone will love! Cream cheese, canned chili, and shredded cheese are all you need and this dip will last seconds as everyone digs in!

    There is nothing I love more than a good appetizer waiting on friends to come over for the night! Or sitting around the couch watching the game munching on chips and dip. And this is 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip is no exception.

    This recipe has been around since I was in middle school. It goes way back with a lot of memories of devouring it in 2.5 seconds with friends around the dinner table. It is a crowd favorite. Perfect for any game night or tailgate - or just when you need that cheesy dip fix!

    Made with only 3 ingredients and 10 minutes, this cheesy goodness dip is going to be a crowd favorite!

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    • Ingredients Needed for 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip
    • How Do You Make Cheese Dip from Scratch?
    • How Long Does 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip Last?
    • How to Store Leftovers and Reheat
    • Can I Use Another Chili and Cheese?
    • 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip
    a hand dipping into 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip with a chip

    Ingredients Needed for 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip

    • Cream Cheese
    • Canned Chili
    • Monterey Jack Cheese
    chili, shredded cheese, and a block of cream cheese on a white table

    How Do You Make Cheese Dip from Scratch?

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
    2. Spread the softened cream cheese into a pie dish. 
    3. Pour chili over the cream cheese and spread out evenly.
    4. Spread the cheese and sprinkle over top.
    5. Place in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, and until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
    6. Remove from the oven and enjoy hot with chips.
    cream cheese spread into a pie plate
    chili over cream cheese in a pie plate
    shredded cheese over chili in a pie plate

    How Long Does 3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip Last?

    Just store the leftovers covered in the fridge. This will last for 2 days in the fridge. To reheat, just pop in the oven at 350 for 10 minutes until warm and melty again.

    3 ingredient chili cheese dip with chips and cilantro around it

    How to Store Leftovers and Reheat

    If there are any leftovers I will be surprised. 😉 Just kidding.

    But if there are, store the leftovers covered in the fridge.

    To reheat, place in the oven until warmed through. It is better enjoyed hot than cold.

    Can I Use Another Chili and Cheese?

    If you don't have a can of chili (or don't like it), you can use leftover chili instead of canned if you have some on hand. It works just as well and is so good! I have used leftover taco meat in this as well and it was amazing and worked so well. This recipe is easy and adaptable.

    You can also use another kind of cheese. Cheddar or Colby jack are great options too!

    taking a scoop of chili dip with a chip our of the pie plate

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    3 ingredient chili cheese dip with chips and cilantro around it

    3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip


    • Author: Heather
    • Total Time: 20 minutes
    • Yield: 8-10 1x
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    3 Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip is such an easy and delicious appetizer that everyone will love! Cream cheese, canned chili, and shredded cheese are all you need and this dip will last seconds as everyone digs in!


    Ingredients

    Scale
    • 8 Ounces Cream Cheese - softened
    • 1 - 15 Ounce Can Chili (such as Hormel or your favorite canned chili)
    • 2 Cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
    2. Spread the softened cream cheese into a pie dish. 
    3. Pour chili over the cream cheese and spread out evenly.
    4. Spread the cheese and sprinkle over top.
    5. Place in the oven and bake for 10 minutes, and until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
    6. Remove from the oven and enjoy hot with chips.

    Notes

    • Store the leftovers covered in the fridge. Reheat in the oven until warmed through.
    • You can use leftover chili instead of canned if you have some on hand.
    • You can also use another kind of cheese. Cheddar or Colby jack are great options too!
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Appetizer
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 spoonfil
    • Calories: 236
    • Sugar: 1.6 g
    • Sodium: 438 mg
    • Fat: 17.9 g
    • Carbohydrates: 6.4 g
    • Fiber: 1.6 g
    • Protein: 12.6 g
    • Cholesterol: 46.4 mg

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    Hi, I'm Heather! Grab a glass of wine, a blanket, and a cozy seat on your back porch. I am so glad you are here! Born and raised in Kentucky and with proper southern roots, my love for entertaining and hospitality runs deep within my soul. There is nothing that I love more than having people around my table and loving them through food and drink!

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