Spicy Cowboy Queso Dip (Print Version)
Bold, creamy cheese dip with chorizo, beans, and peppers ready in 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 8 oz spicy chorizo sausage, casing removed
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
03 - 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
→ Dairy
06 - 12 oz processed cheese (e.g., Velveeta), cubed
07 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
08 - 1/2 cup whole milk
→ Beans
09 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 1 tsp chili powder
11 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
12 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
13 - 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
→ Garnishes
14 - Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
15 - Sliced green onions (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the chorizo, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
02 - Add the onion, jalapeño, and red bell pepper. Sauté until vegetables are soft, about 4 minutes.
03 - Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies and black beans. Stir to combine and heat through for 2 minutes.
05 - Reduce the heat to low. Add the processed cheese cubes, Monterey Jack cheese, and milk. Stir gently until all the cheese is melted and the dip is smooth, about 5–7 minutes.
06 - Transfer to a serving bowl or a slow cooker set to warm. Garnish with cilantro and green onions if desired. Serve hot with tortilla chips.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The spicy chorizo creates this incredible depth that canned queso just cant replicate
- It stays perfectly creamy for hours, making it the ultimate party workhorse
02 -
- Cheese separates when it gets too hot so once you add the dairy keep the temperature at low or lower
- Processed cheese melts differently than natural cheese and both are necessary for the right texture
03 -
- A splash of heavy cream at the end brings everything together if your dip looks slightly separated
- Rotel tomatoes with extra jalapeños kick things up if your crowd loves serious heat