I can’t resist sharing my take on this Fritos Dip Recipe. It blends ground beef with diced onions, minced garlic, chili, and diced tomatoes alongside cumin and paprika. Add cream cheese, sour cream, and sharp cheddar for richness, then top with crispy bacon and green onions for an extra layer of flavor.
I recently decided to experiment with a Frito Chili Cheese Dip and it quickly became one of my favorite recipes. I started by browning 1 lb ground beef with a small diced onion and 2 cloves garlic minced until everything got nicely cooked.
Then, I added in a can of chili and a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, along with a tsp of ground cumin, ½ tsp paprika and some salt and pepper to taste. Once that was simmering, I stirred in 8 oz of softened cream cheese, 1 cup sour cream and 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese to create a rich, flavorful base.
I then baked it until it was bubbly and topping it with 6 slices of crispy, crumbled bacon and ½ cup chopped green onions took it to the next level. Whenever I serve this as a dip with Fritos Scoops, it’s a hit at parties, from Super Bowl events to casual tailgates.
Why I Like this Recipe
I really like this recipe for a few reasons. First, I like how simple it is to put together. The ingredients are stuff I always have in my kitchen and the steps arent too complicated, so it doesnt feel like a lot of work. Second, I love the mix of flavors – the ground beef, chili and tomatoes combine to make a hearty dish that makes my taste buds feel like they’re having a party. Third, the crispy bacon bits and melted cheddar cheese on top are just irresistible; they add a crunch and creamy taste that i just cant get enough of. And lastly, serving it with Fritos Scoops makes it super fun, because its not every day you get to dip into something that tastes this good, and it always gets everyone fighting over the last scoop.
Ingredients
- Ground beef gives hearty protein and a bold, meaty flavor that lifts the overall taste.
- Cream cheese brings smooth, creamy texture with a slight tanginess that makes the dip richer.
- Sharp cheddar cheese melts beautifully, adding extra protein and a deep, savory taste.
- Bacon contributes a smoky, salty crunch, though its high fat content makes it less healthy.
- Diced tomatoes with green chilies offer a fresh, tangy kick and add essential vitamins.
- Fritos Scoops supply a crunchy, corn-based vehicle for every delicious, cheesy bite.
Ingredient Quantities
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) chili (with or without beans)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- 1 bag Fritos Scoops (for serving)
How to Make this
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb of ground beef along with 1 small diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until the beef is browned.
3. Drain most of the fat if needed, then stir in a can (15 oz) of chili and a can (10 oz) of diced tomatoes with green chilies.
4. Add 1 tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste; let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
5. In a separate bowl, mix 8 oz of softened cream cheese with 1 cup sour cream until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
6. Combine the beef and chili mixture with the cream cheese mixture right in the skillet and stir in 1 cup of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
7. Pour the entire mix into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
8. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top and pop it in the oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
9. Once out of the oven, top the hot dip with 6 slices of cooked and crumbled bacon and ½ cup chopped green onions.
10. Serve warm with Fritos Scoops and enjoy this hearty, tasty dip with your friends and family!
Equipment Needed
1. Oven – Used to bake the dip and bring all the flavors together while giving it a nice bubbly texture.
2. 9-inch baking dish – Essential for holding the dip mixture in the oven and ensuring even cooking.
3. Large skillet – Necessary to brown the ground beef with diced onion and garlic before mixing in the rest of the ingredients.
4. Mixing bowl – Used for blending the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth, which is key for a creamy texture.
5. Knife – Needed for dicing the onion and mincing the garlic; sharp knives also help keep safety and nutrient retention in whole veggies.
6. Cutting board – Provides a safe surface for chopping your vegetables and bacon if you’re prepping it yourself.
7. Measuring spoons and cups – Important for accurately adding spices, cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheese, which contributes to the overall nutritional balance of fats and proteins.
8. Can opener – Required for opening the cans of chili and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
9. Spatula – Handy for stirring the beef mixture in the skillet and scraping any bits off the bottom to incorporate all the flavors.
FAQ
Frito Chili Cheese Dip Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- If you don’t like beef, try using ground turkey or chicken instead. They cook a bit quicker and are a leaner option.
- If cream cheese isn’t your thing, you can swap it with Neufchatel cheese. It still gives that creamy texture but with less fat.
- For a healthier twist, use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream. It adds a tangy taste that works well in the dip.
- If bacon isn’t available or you need a smokeless version, turkey bacon or even crispy pancetta can be good substitutes.
- Instead of the Fritos Scoops, you can serve the dip with other crunchy chips like tortilla chips or even plain Fritos.
Pro Tips
1. Let the cream cheese soften at room temp before mixing so it blends smoother with the rest of the dip – trust me, it makes a big difference.
2. When browning the beef, don’t cram too much in the pan at once; overcrowding it will steam the meat instead of giving it that nice, rich sear.
3. If you like it spicy, try tossing in a little extra green chilies or a pinch of red pepper – it adds a cool kick without ruining the flavor.
4. For the best crunch, sprinkle the bacon and green onions on after you take the dip out of the oven; this helps keep them crisp and full of flavor.
Frito Chili Cheese Dip Recipe
I can't resist sharing my take on this Fritos Dip Recipe. It blends ground beef with diced onions, minced garlic, chili, and diced tomatoes alongside cumin and paprika. Add cream cheese, sour cream, and sharp cheddar for richness, then top with crispy bacon and green onions for an extra layer of flavor.
8
servings
400
kcal
Equipment: 1. Oven – Used to bake the dip and bring all the flavors together while giving it a nice bubbly texture.
2. 9-inch baking dish – Essential for holding the dip mixture in the oven and ensuring even cooking.
3. Large skillet – Necessary to brown the ground beef with diced onion and garlic before mixing in the rest of the ingredients.
4. Mixing bowl – Used for blending the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth, which is key for a creamy texture.
5. Knife – Needed for dicing the onion and mincing the garlic; sharp knives also help keep safety and nutrient retention in whole veggies.
6. Cutting board – Provides a safe surface for chopping your vegetables and bacon if you’re prepping it yourself.
7. Measuring spoons and cups – Important for accurately adding spices, cream cheese, sour cream, and shredded cheese, which contributes to the overall nutritional balance of fats and proteins.
8. Can opener – Required for opening the cans of chili and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
9. Spatula – Handy for stirring the beef mixture in the skillet and scraping any bits off the bottom to incorporate all the flavors.
Ingredients
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1 lb ground beef
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1 small onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 can (15 oz) chili (with or without beans)
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1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
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1 tsp ground cumin
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper to taste
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup sour cream
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2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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½ cup chopped green onions
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1 bag Fritos Scoops (for serving)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb of ground beef along with 1 small diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves until the beef is browned.
- Drain most of the fat if needed, then stir in a can (15 oz) of chili and a can (10 oz) of diced tomatoes with green chilies.
- Add 1 tsp ground cumin, ½ tsp paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste; let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix 8 oz of softened cream cheese with 1 cup sour cream until the mixture is as smooth as possible.
- Combine the beef and chili mixture with the cream cheese mixture right in the skillet and stir in 1 cup of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
- Pour the entire mix into the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top and pop it in the oven for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and lightly browned.
- Once out of the oven, top the hot dip with 6 slices of cooked and crumbled bacon and ½ cup chopped green onions.
- Serve warm with Fritos Scoops and enjoy this hearty, tasty dip with your friends and family!
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 250g
- Total number of serves: 8
- Calories: 400kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Polyunsaturated: 2g
- Monounsaturated: 15g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Vitamin A: 500IU
- Vitamin C: 10mg
- Calcium: 150mg
- Iron: 2mg
