Do you love chili con queso? This Copycat Chili’s Skillet Queso is probably one of my favorites. It’s a huge family favorite every time I make it. I’ve made it in a skillet, in an instant pot, and now it’s even easier in the microwave!

This recipe dip is perfect for movie night, snack time, or anytime. I frequently make it for game night.

It’s also a very quick recipe to put together when you have unexpected guests. You can have it ready to snack on in less than 10 minutes with a bag of chips or tortillas. Or, it’s perfect as a sauce to go over tamales.

What ingredients do you need to make Chili’s Skillet Queso?

• 15 oz cans chili with no beans
• 16 oz Velveeta block cheese
• 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 cup milk (or half and half)
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

How do you make Copycat Chili’s Skillet Queso in the Microwave?

Cut the Velveeta into 1 inch cubes.

Add all the ingredients to microwave-safe bowl and give it a stir to mix up everything together.

Heat in the microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes. Then, give it a good stir.

If there are still chunks of Velveeta, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on HIGH. Stir it up until it’s completely melted and smooth.

Serve with tortilla chips or tortillas.

What substitutions can you use with this recipe?

I have switched out the milk for 1/2 milk and 1/2 cream and I have used 1 cup of half and half instead of milk.

I have also used lemon juice when I was out of lime juice.

I never substituted real cheese for Velveeta, so I have no idea how that would turn out.

Everything else is pretty necessary in this recipe to get that delicious flavor.

Recipes to pair with Skillet Queso

Want to make a whole meal to go with this delicious queso? Try these:

• How to Make Overnight Enchiladas
• Microwave Refried Beans
• How to Make Microwave Avocado Cilantro Lime Rice
• Microwave Chicken Enchiladas
• How to make Frozen Tamales in the Microwave
• Microwave Chicken Tamale Casserole

More Microwave Snack Recipes

• How to make Microwave Potato Chips
• Toasting Nuts in the Microwave
• How to make Microwave Chex Mix
• Too Easy Tamale Dip in the Microwave

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Yield: 10 servings

Microwave Copycat Chili's Skillet Queso Dip

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 7 minutes

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Ingredients

• 15 oz cans chili with no beans
• 16 oz Velveeta block cheese
• 4 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 1 cup milk (or half and half)
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoons lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Instructions

1. Cut the Velveeta into 1 inch cubes.
2. Add all the ingredients to microwave-safe bowl and give it a stir to mix up everything together.
3. Heat in the microwave on HIGH for 3 minutes. Then, give it a good stir.
4. If there are still chunks of Velveeta, cook for an additional 2-3 minutes on HIGH. Stir it up until it's completely melted and smooth.
5. Serve with tortilla chips or tortillas.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

10

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 239Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 1100mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 13g

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