Chili's Copycat Spicy Queso Recipe (2024)

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We don’t eat out much, I prefer to make my own food, but every once in a while I’ll crave something I’ve eaten before someplace and we’ll head over. The sad part is usually I have that one thing and it’s either 1. not as good as I remember, or 2. the ONLY thing good about the meal. SO rather than spend a bunch of money on food I don’t like I usually learn to make my own!

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I went through a phase (when I was pregnant of course) when I craved Chili’s skillet queso for like a month straight! Thankfully it’s EASY to duplicate, esp in the slow cooker. This is larger than most recipes, but I have a large family and all the kids love it too. It’s a favorite party food as well, perfect for any potluck or game day get together!

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I recently did a live cooking show sharing 8 perfect game day recipes – And of course this dip is one of them! It tastes JUST like the chili’s dip and everyone loves it!

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Chili's Copycat Spicy Queso

easy slow cooker copycat spicy queso recipe - this is the thing I craved the most when I was pregnant with my youngest so I learned to make it myself instead of constantly eating out!

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Servings: 11 servings

Calories: 219kcal

Author: Ashlee Marie

Ingredients

  • 32 ounce box Velveeta cheese
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 Tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
  • 2 15 oz cans Hormel no beans Chili
  • 2 Tbsp chili powder
  • 2 Tablespoon Lime Juice
  • 2 teaspoon ground cumin

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Cut up the velvetta and place it in the slow cooker

  • Pour everything else over the top of the cheese

  • Melt, stirring occasionally, 1 hour on high or 2 hours on low

  • Serve with chips

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Nutrition

Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 1353mg | Potassium: 396mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 1707IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 533mg | Iron: 1mg

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Today I did a video collaboration on YouTube with “The Melea Show”, a local blogger and friend of mine! I shared with her three of my easiest game day recipes here (hummus, this Chili’s copycat queso and puppy chow)

and she came over to my channel and shared her 7 layer dip!

What’s your favorite, easy, recipe to take to a party? I’m always on the look out for more great recipes to add to my collection!

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  1. Denise

    I love Velveeta cheese and can never find it. It makes the best dips and mac/cheese. Digging on this recipe – perfect of the big game!

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    • Ashlee

      can never find it? that’s insanity! it’s perfect for dips!

  2. monica stoudt

    I am trying this for the first time today just put it in the crock pot cant wait to taste it!!

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  3. Madison

    I made this for the big game a couple of weeks ago and it was a hit! So easy and had just the right amount of heat. Now I don’t need to Cafe Rio to get my queso fix anymore😉! Thanks!!

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  4. Emily

    Approx. how many does this serve? we are doing a fundraiser and I am trying to figure out how much to buy – Thanks!

    Reply

    • Ashlee Marie

      that’s a hard one – since everyone eats such different amts. I say 16 servings but we tend to eat more than the recommended serving size

Chili's Copycat Spicy Queso Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is chilis skillet queso made of? ›

How to Make Copycat Chili's Skillet Queso. Processed cheese, such as Velveeta, plus milk create a scoopable, creamy texture. A can of no-bean chili, like Hormel, makes the dip hearty and robust. Seasonings; lime juice, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper, round out the queso dip with bold flavor.

Does chilis skillet queso have meat in it? ›

Skillet Queso

Original queso with beef. Served with chips & fresh salsa.

Does Chili's queso have onions? ›

Top Chili's queso recipe with chopped tomatoes, green onions, cilantro, and sour cream. A Velveeta substitute can be made using 3½ cups of sharp cheddar cheese, ½ cup of milk, and ¼ cup of sour cream.

How many calories are in Chili's queso dip? ›

There are 1330 calories in 1 serving of Chili's Skillet Queso. * The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

What oil does chili's fry in? ›

Many of our foods contain soybean oil and our fried items are prepared in 100% soybean oil.

What is queso made up of? ›

If you're wondering what is queso made of, you needn't look much further than the name. It's mostly cheese. Beyond that, there is usually tomato, onion, and jalapeños or chiles for some added heat. Add in evaporated milk and cornstarch for thickening, and viola!

What is the difference between queso and chile con queso? ›

Chile con queso (Spanish for "chile with cheese"), sometimes simply called queso, is an appetizer or side dish of melted cheese and chili peppers, typically served in Tex-Mex restaurants as a dip for tortilla chips.

What is Mexican restaurant queso made of? ›

White melting cheese, such as white American cheese, Monterey Jack, or Asadero. Milk or heavy cream. Diced green chilies or jalapeños (optional) Onions, garlic, or other seasonings (optional)

What are the ingredients in Chili's queso Blanco? ›

Water, Mexican Style Beef Crumbles (beef, Crushed Tomatoes [tomatoes, Salt, Citric Acid], Green Chili Peppers, Seasoning [salt, Spices, Paprika, Dehydrated Onion, Dehydrated Garlic, Spice Extractive], Onions, Jalapeno Peppers, Sodium Phosphates), Half And Half (milk, Cream), Bell Peppers, Pasteurized Process Hot Pepper ...

Why is queso spicy? ›

Whether it's orange or white, queso can contain green chiles or jalapenos or both, and it may be spiced with a dash of cumin or chili powder. Some even add meat to queso, like ground beef or spicy sausage.

Is zesty queso spicy? ›

The recipe has just four ingredients - the cheese, some canned diced green chiles, a little heavy cream and some chopped fresh or canned jalapeño. Add the jalapeño to taste, beginning with a tablespoon or two and adding more until it is as spicy as you like it.

Is queso dip high in fat? ›

Queso is high in fat (especially saturated fat) and has a lot of added sodium. Guacamole is also calorie-dense, but is high in unsaturated fat and has some important vitamins. Salsa is lower in calories, with no fat and has many beneficial vitamins.

How many calories are in spicy queso dip? ›

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Container14
Serving Size2 Tbsp (31g)
Amount Per Serving
Calories45
% Daily Value*
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How many carbs are in Chili's white spinach queso? ›

Chili's For The Table White Spinach Queso (1 serving) contains 130g total carbs, 118g net carbs, 93g fat, 40g protein, and 1510 calories.

What is the difference between chili con queso and queso? ›

Chile con queso is a dish often shortened to queso. I think most people would consider the dish queso to have chilies but it is going to depend on the person. Some people don't serve beans with chili.

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