Creamy Hormel Chili Dip (3 Ingredients)
This easy 3-ingredient creamy chili dip is deceptively delicious. It’s got Hormel Chili, cream cheese and shredded cheddar. Serve it with corn chips or tortilla chips for Super Bowl parties and game day gatherings, and add diced jalapenos for a spicy kick!
Hormel Chili Cheese Dip
I’ve exchanged more recipes via potluck parties than I can even count. And this party dip is one I acquired almost 20 years ago. Technically you can make it with 2 ingredients but I added shredded cheese for a topper.
This simple dip recipe is a great last minute party appetizer and travels well for a casual gathering like a Super Bowl party. It’s the quintessential football party food!
Quick Tip
Keep the ingredients on hand for last minute entertaining, and use your microwave to heat it even faster.
3 Simple Ingredients
When a friend brought this delicious warm dip to a potluck brunch, I asked for the recipe. I think she was slightly embarrassed to say it only had 2 ingredients, Hormel chili and cream cheese! No matter; those two ingredients combined to make a rich, creamy, and hearty dip that I’ve been serving at get-togethers ever since.
I added a third ingredient to top it off and create an even more decadent dip, with shredded cheddar cheese. This recipe goes together in a hurry!
- Hormel chili. I like to use the Turkey with Beans variety, but you can substitute with beef chili, chili with no beans, or vegetarian variety.
- Cream cheese. Use a block and let it soften at room temperature so it’s easy to mix.
- Cheese. Shred it yourself for the best flavor and texture. My go-to is cheddar but Pepper Jack is also good and adds a hint of heat.
How To Make It
Combine the cream cheese and chili together until well combined and then stir in the jalapenos if using. Top with shredded cheese and bake it in the oven until it’s heated through, stirring about mid way.
Tips & Tricks
If you’re really pressed for time you can microwave it instead of baking. Just heat the cream cheese and chili together in a microwave safe dish for a couple of minutes and then stir to combines well. Top with the cheese and continue to heat for a couple of more minutes or until everything is hot and melted.
Add some heat! You can dice a couple of fresh jalapenos or use a 4-ounce can or diced jalapenos and stir in with the cream cheese mixture, before topping with the cheddar.
Prepare the dish and freeze it for 2 to 3 months. Wrap it tightly, pressing out excess air, and label it if necessary. Thaw in the fridge before heating through.
Serving Suggestions
- I love serving this for sporting events and watch parties along with Fritos Scoops. Regular tortilla chips are also good and classic. This would also be good spooned onto a baked potato.
- Garnish the top with diced tomatoes, onions, or chopped cilantro for a burst of freshness.
- Serve it for brunch too. The hot creamy dip can be served warm in a mini crock pot along with bagel crisps or pretzel crisps.
More Easy Dips
Try these other rustic dips for parties and get-togethers.
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Hormel Chili Dip recipe
Hot creamy dip for game day parties has just 3 ingredients and is perfect for beginners.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15-ounces) Hormel turkey chili (or chili, no beans variety)
- 1 block (8-ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (shred it yourself from a block)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the cream cheese and chili together until well combined. Top with cheese.
- Transfer to a small baking dish and cook for about 20 minutes or until heated through.
- Serve with corn chip scoops or tortilla chips.
Notes
Substitute shredded Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese for the cheddar called for.
Optional: Add heat with 4 teaspoons diced jalapenos, freshly chopped or from 4-ounce can.
Chris and other Posters……..did you do with or without beans?
Lexy, I used turkey chili with beans but you can do whichever variety you like best – original, ‘no beans’, etc.
Easy and tasty! What’s not to like? 🙂
What an easy appetizer! I might do this with vegetarian chili.
That would work out great, Laura!
yeah I think I NEED to make this – looks so good! =)
Laura, it’s crazy how easy it is, but still so full of flavor!
This is the kind of dip my family devours! Great for gatherings with family and friends! Love it!
Same here, Robyn. My husband can’t get enough of it!