Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSimeri's Old Town TapChili Con Queso Recipe

Chili Con Queso Recipe

Time30m
Serves6

Our homemade chili mixed with spicy cheese and served with tortilla chips

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Ingredients

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Chili Con Queso Ingredients

Method

Chili Con Queso Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the Meat

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.

  2. 2

    Sauté the Vegetables

    Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add Spices and Tomatoes

    Stir in the chili powder, cumin, diced tomatoes with green chilies, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Mix in Cheese and Milk

    Reduce heat to low. Add the cream cheese and milk, stirring until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth.

  5. 5

    Add Cheddar Cheese

    Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and combined.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve hot with tortilla chips for dipping.

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