Appetizers
Beefy Queso Skillet Dip
Description
Get out your trusty skillet, because this easy, cheesy skillet queso recipe kicks off any game day gathering with a big punch of flavor! It's fully loaded with savory ground beef, green chiles and toppings of fresh cilantro, tomato and green onion—making this creamy, ultra-hearty skillet queso dip anything but boring. Serve it up as the perfect dippable, shareable appetizer, complete with a side of crunchy tortilla chips.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
- 1 cup diced onions
- 1 packet (1 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
- 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
- 1 can (4 oz) Old El Paso™ Chopped Green Chiles
- 8 oz Kraft™ Velveeta™ original prepared cheese product, cut in 1/2-inch cubes (from 16-oz package)
- 2 cups shredded pepper Jack cheese (8 oz) or Monterey Jack (8 oz)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup diced tomato
- 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- Tortilla chips, as desired
Directions:
- In 10-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet, cook beef and onions over medium-high heat 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain. Decrease heat to medium. Stir in taco seasoning mix, red pepper and chiles. Cook 1 to 2 minutes longer or until slightly thickened. Remove from heat; spread beef mixture into even layer.
- Meanwhile, in large microwavable bowl, mix cheeses and milk. Microwave uncovered on High 4 minutes; stir, then microwave in 30-second intervals until cheese melts and mixture is easily stirred smooth. Pour over beef mixture in skillet. Top with tomato, green onions and cilantro. Serve with tortilla chips.
