Description
This creamy and spicy cowboy queso dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer packed with ground beef, black beans, melted cheese, and a kick of heat from jalapenos. Perfect for parties, game days, or a fun snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 jalapeno, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 package cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it up into small pieces.
- Sauté the Veggies: Add the diced onion and jalapeno to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Prepare the Dip: Stir in the diced tomatoes, black beans, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese has melted and the dip is heated through.
- Serve: Serve the queso dip hot with tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more jalapeno or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- You can use ground turkey or chicken as a leaner alternative to ground beef.
- Serve with fresh veggies like carrots or celery for a healthier dipping option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes