Description
Frito Chili Cheese Dip is the ultimate cozy comfort food, perfect for any gathering or casual evening at home. This warm, cheesy dip combines a delightful mix of flavors and textures, making it an absolute crowd-pleaser. With just a handful of simple ingredients, you can whip up this delicious appetizer in no time. Ideal for game days, movie nights, or tailgate parties, this Frito dip is sure to impress your friends and family alike. Serve it with Frito’s Scoops for the perfect crunch or get creative with fresh veggies for dipping. Get ready to indulge in this creamy, savory delight that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 block cream cheese
- 10 oz can diced tomatoes (drained)
- 15 oz can chili starter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 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 additional cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 5 strips turkey bacon (cooked and chopped)
- 2 green onions (diced)
- Frito's Scoops for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ground chicken, diced tomatoes, chili starter, cheddar cheese, and spices; mix until smooth.
- Transfer mixture to a greased skillet and top with extra cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until heated through.
- Add chopped turkey bacon on top and bake for another 3-4 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions and serve warm with Frito's Scoops.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different spices or hot sauces. Make it vegetarian by substituting ground chicken with black beans or more veggies. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.