Description
This Hatch Green Chile Cheese Dip is a warm, cheesy appetizer bursting with the smoky, mild heat of Hatch green chiles. Perfectly melty and flavorful, it’s ideal for parties or cozy nights in, served alongside chips or crostini for dipping.
Ingredients
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Green Chile Cheese Dip
- 4 ounces diced green chiles (Hatch preferred, any heat level; one small can)
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or mozzarella, or pepperjack)
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 3 dashes hot sauce (to taste)
- 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or mozzarella, or pepperjack) – for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare it for baking the dip evenly.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine diced green chiles, cream cheese, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, salt, and hot sauce. Stir thoroughly until smooth and well blended.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the cheese mixture into an oven-safe baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and golden around the edges.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve immediately. Enjoy warm with chips, crostini, or your favorite dippers.
Notes
- You can use plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangier, lower-fat option.
- Adjust the hot sauce and green chile heat level to your preference.
- Make sure to use an oven-safe dish suitable for baking dips.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Try adding extra spices like cumin or smoked paprika for deeper flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southwestern American
Keywords: Hatch green chile dip, Hatch cheese dip, cheesy appetizer, baked cheese dip, spicy cheese dip
