Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsEmil's HideawayChips Queso Salsa Recipe

Chips Queso Salsa Recipe

Inspired by Emil's Hideaway
Time30m
Serves4

Make Chips Queso Salsa Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Chips

Method

Chips

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chips

    Place tortilla chips in a serving bowl or on a platter.

Queso

  1. 2

    Melt the Cheese

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk. Stir constantly until the cheeses melt and the mixture is smooth.

  2. 3

    Add Flavorings

    Once the cheese is melted, add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine and heat for an additional 5 minutes.

  3. 4

    Serve the Queso

    Transfer the queso to a warm serving dish or bowl and serve immediately with the tortilla chips.

Salsa

  1. 5

    Chop the Ingredients

    Dice the fresh tomatoes, red onion, and garlic. Finely chop the fresh cilantro.

  2. 6

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Mix well.

  3. 7

    Serve the Salsa

    Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and serve alongside the chips and queso.

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