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.
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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
Microwave Copycat Chili's Skillet Queso Dip
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
- 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.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 239Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 49mgSodium: 1100mgCarbohydrates: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 13g
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