Wow the crowd with this Chili Cheese Bean Dip! A little kick of spice and TONS of flavor, this is perfect with tortilla or corn chips.
This Chili Cheese Bean Dip is a recipe that has been around in my family for decades. Super easy and cheesy–perfect for your next party!
If you’re having a larger party, I highly recommend doubling the batch. This is one of those appetizers that is gone in a flash–and be sure to arm yourself with the recipe. EVERYONE will be asking how to make it. Traditionally, we serve this with Fritos Scoops, but I tried my favorite Frontera tortilla chips this time and they were delish.
I don’t think turkey would hold up the same way. I used a 90/10 blend, but even 80/20 would work, you just will want to drain it quickly.
As far as the Chili beans go, I like the medium spiced ones for an extra kick. If you’re super sensitive to heat, go ahead and use the mild ones. The beans are blended in a chopper to turn into an almost refried bean consistency. As tempting as it is, actual canned refried beans don’t work to replace the chili beans–the chili beans have spices and a sauce that makes the dip.
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- Yield: 12 servings 1x
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (I used 90/10)
- 1/2 cup onions (finely chopped)
- 1 can Bush’s Medium Chili Beans
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup Chili Powder
- 1 block of <g class=”gr_ gr_99 gr-alert gr_spell gr_disable_anim_appear ContextualSpelling ins-del multiReplace” id=”99″ data-gr-id=”99″>colby</g>-jack cheese (shredded)
- Corn Chip Scoops or Tortilla Chips for dipping
- Optional: Top with green onions (diced tomatoes, avocado or olives)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350º
- Spray an 8×8 pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
- In a large pan, over medium heat, cook the ground beef, crumbling with a flat spatula. Add onions.
- Meanwhile, blend the entire can of chili beans in a chopper or blender until smooth.
- Once the beef is cooked, add blended beans, ketchup and chili powder. Stir.
- Pour the beef mixture into the 8×8 pan. Top with cheese.
- Bake 20-25 minutes, until cheese is browning.
- Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving. [See notes for Slow-Cooker tips]
- Top with green onions or any optional toppers. Enjoy!
Notes
- This is also great in the slow cooker. Beforehand, cook the beef and onions, then add everything to the slow cooker, on a LOW setting. Once cheese is melted, turn to WARM. Be sure to check often to make sure the bottom isn’t browning too much!
- Category: Appetizer
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of ground beef should I use for the Chili Cheese Bean Dip?
I recommend using a 90/10 blend for the best flavor and texture, but an 80/20 blend will also work as long as you drain it quickly.
Can I substitute the chili beans with canned refried beans?
No, actual canned refried beans won’t work as a substitute because they lack the spices and sauce that the chili beans provide, which are essential for the dip’s flavor.
What kind of tortilla chips pair best with this dip?
Traditionally, Fritos Scoops are served, but I also enjoyed using Frontera tortilla chips, which complement the flavors well.
