Creamy Cheesy Green Chile Dip
A deliciously creamy dip featuring melted cheese and mild green chiles, perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying during a movie night.
Ingredients
Cheese Base
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened Full-fat for best texture; room temperature
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Sharp or medium
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Low-moisture mozzarella works best
Additional Ingredients
- 1 can diced green chiles 4 oz, drained
- 1/2 cup sour cream Adds tang and softens the mix
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
- Tortilla chips For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Stir in the sour cream and garlic powder until evenly combined.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar and mozzarella, then add the drained diced green chiles. Season with salt and pepper and mix until uniform.
- Spread the mixture into a small baking dish (an 8-inch or similar size works well), smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the dip is melted, bubbly, and just starting to brown at the edges.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving warm with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.
Notes
You can make this dip ahead of time; assemble the dip in the baking dish, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Bake when ready, adding a few extra minutes to reach piping hot.