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Loaded Queso Dip Recipe Easy Spicy Chorizo Jalapeño Party Dip

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A quick and easy loaded queso dip featuring spicy chorizo, melty cheeses, and fresh jalapeños, perfect for parties and game days with a smoky, creamy, and spicy flavor profile.

Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces fresh Mexican chorizo, casing removed
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 2 medium jalapeños, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • ½ cup yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 small onion)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • ½ cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Crumble the chorizo into the pan and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until browned and cooked through. Transfer chorizo to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with reserved fat. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened and fragrant but not browned. Stir in sliced jalapeños and cook an additional 1–2 minutes.
  3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, add softened cream cheese and milk. Stir gently until smooth and creamy, about 3 minutes.
  4. Gradually stir in shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses. Keep heat low and stir constantly until cheese is melted and mixture is smooth.
  5. Transfer sautéed chorizo, onions, and jalapeños into the cheese mixture. Add diced tomatoes with green chilies and stir to combine.
  6. Season with ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well and let simmer on low for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until hot and bubbly but not boiling.
  7. If dip is too thick, stir in additional milk 1 tablespoon at a time until desired creamy texture is reached.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning or jalapeño heat as desired. Remove from heat and transfer to a warm serving bowl or keep on low heat until serving.

Notes

Keep heat low when melting cheese to avoid grainy texture. Drain excess chorizo fat carefully to prevent greasy dip. Remove jalapeño seeds to reduce heat or leave some for more spice. Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded. Prep jalapeños and onions while chorizo cooks to save time. For a crispy top, bake dip at 350°F for 15 minutes after combining all ingredients.

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