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Skillet Black Bean Queso Dip
5 from 21 votes

Skillet Black Bean Queso Dip

The Skillet Black Bean Queso Dip combines refried black beans, tomatillo salsa verde, cream cheese, and pepper jack cheese, baked until bubbly and topped with mozzarella, red pepper flakes, and parsley. This creamy, spicy dip is perfect for dipping with chips or vegetables and can be served warm at gatherings.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 32 servings
Calories: 68 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup Tomatillo Salsa Verde
  • 15 oz refried black beans 1 can, vegetarian
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • 8 oz pepper jack cheese plus a few extra ounces for topping, freshly grated
  • 1 oz mozzarella for topping, grated
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes for topping, deliciously spicy, optional
  • ¼ tsp parsley dried, for topping
  • tortilla chips for dipping
  • vegetable for dipping

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Take out pepper jack cheese and cream cheese ahead of time and allow to soften.
  3. Next combine your beans and green salsa in a well-seasoned cast iron skillet and bring to medium heat on your stove top, stirring frequently.
  4. Add softened cream cheese, salt, and cayenne pepper, and mix thoroughly.
  5. Once the beans are hot and the cream cheese has fully melted, slowly add freshly grated pepper jack cheese, stirring constantly to incorporate.
  6. Top with extra pepper jack, grated mozzarella cheese, parsley and red pepper flakes, and bake at 350 degrees F for 10-15 minutes or until hot and bubbly!
  7. To make the cheese bubbly and golden, switch your oven to broil on high for just a minute or so [keep an eye on it to prevent burning]
  8. Dig in right away and store leftovers for up to 4 days in a covered bowl. May be reheated in the oven or microwave. Enjoy!

Notes

  • This recipe makes about 4 cups of dip, suitable for a party or potluck.
  • The dip tastes great on the first day and even better the following day after flavors meld.
  • You can prepare this dip in advance and reheat it easily in the oven or microwave.
  • If you don't have a cast iron skillet, any oven-safe serving dish can be used for baking the dip.
  • Leftovers store well in a covered container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 68kcal (3%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 5g (8%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 165mg (7%) Potassium 67mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 199IU (4%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 69mg (7%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 32 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 68

% Daily Value*

Calories 68kcal 3%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 5g 8%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 165mg 7%
Potassium 67mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 199IU 4%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 69mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%

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