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Authentic Two-Ingredient Chili's Skillet Queso (Copycat Recipe)

This incredibly simple copycat recipe perfectly recreates Chili's famous Skillet Queso with just two ingredients. The velvety smooth, meaty dip comes together in minutes and tastes identical to the restaurant favorite that's perfect for dipping, topping, or incorporating into other dishes.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 247 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Velveeta cheese
  • 30 ounces Hormel No-Bean Chili

Instructions

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  1. Heat the ingredients together in a skillet or saucepan over low heat until melted, stirring often.
  2. For the most accurate texture, you should puree the cooked dip in a blender.

Notes

  • Cube the cheese properly: Smaller, uniform cubes melt faster and more evenly
  • Low and slow is key: Never rush the melting process with high heat
  • Stir constantly: The most crucial step for preventing scorching and ensuring smooth texture
  • Pre-warm your serving dish: Running hot water over your serving dish before adding the queso helps maintain the perfect temperature
  • Quality matters: While this is a simple recipe, using Hormel chili delivers explicitly the most authentic flavor
  • Temperature control: Remove from heat just as everything is melted and combined, before it reaches a boil
  • For entertaining: Make a double batch and keep warm in a slow cooker set to low

Nutrition Information

Calories 247kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 17g (6%) Protein 19g (38%) Fat 12g (18%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Cholesterol 44mg (15%) Sodium 1569mg (65%) Potassium 520mg (15%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 981IU (20%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 467mg (47%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 247

% Daily Value*

Calories 247kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 17g 6%
Protein 19g 38%
Fat 12g 18%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Cholesterol 44mg 15%
Sodium 1569mg 65%
Potassium 520mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 981IU 20%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 467mg 47%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.