Description
Frito Chili Cheese Dip is a warm, creamy delight that’s perfect for any occasion, from game nights to casual gatherings. This crowd-pleaser combines savory ground chicken with zesty spices and melted cheese, making it a comforting appetizer that everyone will love. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple baking instructions, this dip is easy to whip up and serve alongside Frito’s Scoops or fresh vegetables. Your guests won’t be able to resist diving in for the last scoop!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. ground chicken, cooked and drained
- 1 block cream cheese, softened
- 10 oz. can diced tomatoes, drained
- 15 oz. can chili starter
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 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 onion, diced
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded (for topping)
- 5 strips turkey bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
- 2 green onions, diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together softened cream cheese, cooked ground chicken, drained diced tomatoes, chili starter, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, chili powder, brown sugar, paprika, cumin, hot sauce, and diced onion until smooth.
- Transfer mixture to a greased cast iron skillet or oven-safe dish; top with extra cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbly.
- Remove from oven; sprinkle chopped turkey bacon on top and bake for another 3–4 minutes.
- Garnish with diced green onions before serving warm with Frito's Scoops.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–14 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added heat, consider mixing in sliced jalapeños. Swap turkey bacon with crispy baked vegetables for a vegetarian version.