This 4 layer Mexican dip is very easy to make, but don’t let that fool you. The flavor is fantastic!
The recipe combines jalapeñ0 chilis with canned chili, and cream cheese. It’s topped with Mexican cheese and cooked in the microwave.
If you need a quick party appetizer, this one fits the bill perfectly!
Bring it to your favorite party and I guarantee you that the dish will be empty before you know it.
Ingredients for the 4 Layer Mexican Party Dip
To make this easy dip recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 4 ounce can of diced jalapeño chilis
- 15 ounce can of chili
- 8 ounces of full fat cream cheese – at room temperature
- 16 ounces of Mexican style cheese
Be sure to use full fat cream cheese. The dip won’t melt well without it. I used vegetarian chili, but any type works fine.
I chose a Christmas tree-shaped dish to hold the Mexican dip. Although it looks very festive, the uneven shape meant that I had to stir the dip half way through the cooking time. If you use a round dish, you won’t need this step.
Spread a layer of cream cheese in the bottom of the serving dish.
Next, add the can of chili over the top, making sure to cover the cream cheese well.
Spread the canned chilis evenly over the top of the chili. Since they are very hot, spread them evenly and thinly.
Add the Mexican cheese over the top, making sure it extends to the edge of the baking dish.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and cook in the microwave for 3 minutes. If your dish has an irregular shape, stir the dip half way through the cooking time.
Serve the Mexican dip with a bowl of your favorite taco chips and stand back while it gets demolished! I have never taken it to a party when it wasn’t gone in the first 20 minutes!
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4 Layer Mexican Party Dip
If you want the perfect dip to take to a party, look no further. Every time I bring this Mexican dip, the dish is completely devoured in the first 20 minutes!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces of full fat cream cheese - at room temperature
- 15 ounce can of chili - any style
- 5 ounces of diced jalapeño chilis
- 16 ounces of Mexican style cheese
Instructions
- Spread the cream cheese over the base of a microwaveable dish (round is best).
- Cover the cream cheese with the canned chili, spreading well.
- Spoon the chilis in a thin layer over the top of the chili being sure to cover well.
- Top with the shredded cheese.
- Serve with your favorite taco chips. Tortilla Scoops since the dip is quite dense and they scoop better without breaking.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 279Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gUnsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 67mgSodium: 571mgCarbohydrates: 5gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 16g
Nutritional information is approximate due to natural variation in ingredients and the cook-at-home nature of our meals.