Best 12 Chili Con Queso El Dorado Recipes

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For those seeking a culinary adventure, "Chili con Queso El Dorado" beckons with its tantalizing flavors and rich history. Originating in the heart of the American Southwest, this delectable dish is a harmonious blend of savory chili and delectable melted cheese, often enriched with a myriad of tantalizing ingredients. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, we'll guide you on a journey to discover the ultimate recipe for "Chili con Queso El Dorado," ensuring an unforgettable gastronomic experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHILE CON QUESO



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A homemade queso that's rich, creamy, a little spicy and dangerously good!

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield About 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small yellow onion, diced (about ¾ cup)
1 large jalapeño pepper, finely diced (see note)
4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed through a garlic press
3 tablespoons all purpose flour
2 cups half & half
4 ounces (about 1 cup) grated sharp Cheddar cheese
4 ounces (about 1 cup) grated Pepper Jack cheese
¼ teaspoon cumin
Heaping ¼ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons finely diced tomatoes (use only the flesh, no seeds or juice)
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional for more heat
Fresh chopped cilantro, optional for garnish

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and jalapeños and cook, stirring frequently, until the onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds more. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute.
  • Add the half & half to the pot and whisk until the flour dissolves. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, a few minutes. Turn the heat down to low and gradually add the grated cheese, whisking and letting it melt as you go, until all of the cheese is incorporated. Add the cumin, salt and tomatoes. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary; for more heat, add the optional red pepper flakes. (If the dip seems too thick, you can thin it out with a bit more half & half or some milk.) Transfer to bowl and serve hot with tortilla chips. If the dip cools while you're serving it, you can reheat it in the microwave; just stop and stir at short intervals so it reheats evenly.
  • Note: The queso can be made ahead of time and reheated on the stovetop. If it's too thick, add a bit of half and half or milk to thin it out.
  • Note: If you touch the seeds of the jalapeño pepper, just be sure to wash your hands well and avoid touching your eyes.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 cup, Calories 253, Fat 21g, Carbohydrate 8g, Protein 10g, SaturatedFat 13g, Sugar 1g, Fiber 1g, Sodium 276mg, Cholesterol 64mg

CHILI CON QUESO EL DORADO



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Used as a dip or a sauce on burgers, chicken or pork, this creamy queso is spiced with chilies, chipotle peppers and hot pepper sauce. -Carolyn Kumpe, El Dorado, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
4 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 cans (5 ounces each) evaporated milk
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 to 4 drops hot pepper sauce
Tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onions in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add chilies and chipotle peppers; cook 2 minutes longer. Gradually stir in milk; heat through., Remove from the heat; stir in cheese until melted. Stir in the cilantro, salt and pepper sauce. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 92 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 237mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHILE CON QUESO



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

One 1-pound package refrigerated hot breakfast sausage
1 onion, diced
One 2-pound block processed cheese, such as Velveeta
One 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles
2 cans chopped green chiles
1 jalapeno, diced
Chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Brown the sausage and onion in a large nonstick skillet, breaking the sausage up as you go. Once browned, drain off some of the fat.
  • Chop the cheese block into cubes and add along with the diced tomatoes and green chiles and chopped green chiles, juice and all.
  • Cook over a low heat until it all starts coming together. Then stir in the diced jalapeno. Serve with chips.

CHILI CON QUESO



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Years ago, my husband invented this gooey cheese dip. I may be biased, but I have to say it's excellent. If you like heat, rev it up with finely chopped jalapenos. -Patricia Leinheiser, Albuquerque, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield 24 servings (2 tablespoons each).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 to 2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup whole milk
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Tortilla chips
Chopped tomato and sliced jalapeno pepper, optional

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat; saute onion and garlic until tender. Add chilies; cook and stir 5 minutes. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and milk until smooth; stir into onion mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes., Reduce heat to low; gradually stir in cheeses, adding in small amounts and allowing cheese to melt between additions. Serve warm with chips. If desired, top with tomato and jalapeno.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 95 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 155mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CHILI CON QUESO RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: vegetable oil, medium yellow onion, red bell pepper, ground beef, McCormick® Chili Seasoning, milk, heavy cream, water, corn starch, american cheese, salt, diced tomato, diced green chiles, scallion, corn chips

Provided by Ivan Diaz

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 lb ground beef
3 tablespoons McCormick® Chili Seasoning
½ cup milk
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup water
2 tablespoons corn starch
16 oz american cheese
1 teaspoon salt
15 oz diced tomato, strained
8 oz diced green chiles, strained
1 bunch scallion, sliced
1 bag corn chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes, until starting to soften. Add the ground beef and chili seasoning. Cook until the beef is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • In a small saucepan, whisk together the milk and heavy cream. Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch to form a slurry. Pour the slurry into milk mixture and whisk to combine. Put mixture back on the heat and bring to a simmer.
  • Whisk in the cheese until fully melted and season with the salt. Add the diced tomatoes and green chiles and whisk to combine.
  • Pour the queso over the chili mixture. Garnish with scallions and serve with corn chips for dipping.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 10 grams

AUTHENTIC CHILE CON QUESO



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This is a true chile con queso that can be eaten with tostadas or in a warm corn tortilla. This is not like the Americanized version of chili con queso that we have become used to that is a cheese dip, which I also love. This is the way my grandma used to make it. The great thing about this recipe is you can play with it and adjust it to your personal taste. If you like it cheesier add more cheese. You can't mess this up unless you burn it.

Provided by Melony1976

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes     Cheese Dips and Spreads Recipes     Hot Cheese Dip Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ onion, diced
1 tomato, diced
10 large roasted green chile peppers, seeded and chopped
½ cup shredded queso asadero (white Mexican cheese)
¼ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup milk
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and tomato; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the green chile; cook for 2 minutes then stir in the cheese and milk. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring frequently, until the cheese has melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.3 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 75.9 mg, Sugar 5.9 g

CHILI CON QUESO



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Provided by Judy Gauchat

Categories     Condiment/Spread     Cheese     Appetizer     Super Bowl     Vegetarian     Hot Pepper     Party

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons Crisco
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 pound Velveeta cheese, cubed
1/2 pound Colby cheese, cubed
2 small cans (4 1/2 ounces) chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon salsa
1 10-ounce can evaporated milk

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, melt the Crisco over low heat. Add garlic powder and Velveeta and Colby cheeses. Stir continuously over very low heat so the mixture doesn't burn. When cheese has melted, add green chilies and salsa, stirring to combine. Add evaporated milk and stir over low heat: DO NOT LET THE MIXTURE BOIL. Serve warm with tortilla chips or as a sauce on tacos or hamburgers.

CHILI CON QUESO DIP I



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A spicy Mexican-inspired dip, this chili con queso dip is a zesty combination of easy-to-find ingredients.

Provided by Katelyn Moon

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Dips and Spreads Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
4 onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
2 green bell peppers, chopped
salt and pepper to taste
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
½ teaspoon chili sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) package corn tortilla chips

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter and saute onions and bell peppers. Saute until the onions are transparent. Add salt and pepper. Gently mix in cream cheese and chili sauce. Cook on a low heat for 15 minutes. Serve warm with chips for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.7 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 79.1 mg, Fat 39.3 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 10.5 g, SaturatedFat 17.8 g, Sodium 466.7 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

CHILI CON QUESO DIP (OR ENCHILADA SAUCE)



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This is a fantastic dip for chips and also makes a wicked sauce for enchiladas! Serve this for your next get together, everyone will LOVE this I promise! Even better, you can use the Mexican blend of Velveeta cheese for this if desired. Use a good-quality mild cheddar cheese such a Cracker Barrel or Black Diamond brand. Adjust the hot sauce to taste. The dip will thicken as it cools, it is best served from a small crockpot to keep warm you could even cook the complete recipe in the crockpot! Since the store-bought canned chili has very little added ground beef, you could always add in more cooked ground beef is desired!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 20-30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 (8 ounce) package mild cheddar cheese, cubed
1 (7 ounce) can chunky salsa (mild or medium)
1 (15 ounce) can chili (or use homemade with ground beef added)
1 (8 ounce) container sour cream (can use less)
1 -2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional or to taste)
louisiana hot sauce or Tabasco sauce

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan over low heat melt the Velveeta and mild cheddar cheese; stir until completely melted and combined.
  • When the cheese has melted add in the salsa, chili, sour cream, chili powder, garlic (if using) and hot pepper sauce; cook over low heat for about 8-10 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 5.9, Cholesterol 30.8, Sodium 421.6, Carbohydrate 4.9, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 1.9, Protein 6.3

QUESO FUNDIDO WITH CHILIES AND MUSHROOMS



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Use a cast-iron skillet or other heavy skillet to make this recipe. Serve the bubbling cheese right from the pan, and partner the whole meal with icy Margaritas.

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large poblano chili (about 4 ounces), seeded, cut into matchstick-size strips
1 teaspoon minced garlic
4 ounces crimini mushrooms, coarsely chopped
10 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, grated (about 2 1/2 cups)
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons chopped red or green jalapeño chili
Corn tortilla chips

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium cast-iron skillet over low heat. Add poblano chili and garlic and sauté until chili begins to soften, about 8 minutes. Increase heat to medium. Add mushrooms; sauté until tender, about 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 6 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm over medium heat before continuing.)
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-low heat). Transfer cast-iron skillet to barbecue rack. Add cheese to hot mushroom mixture. Stir until cheese melts and mixture begins to bubble, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle green onions and jalapeño chili over. Serve immediately with corn chips.

CHILI CON QUESO



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Provided by Stuart O'Keeffe

Categories     appetizer

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 serrano chiles, seeded and diced
2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
1/2 medium onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup half and half
1 cup canned diced tomatoes with juice
3/4 cup chopped cilantro
3 cups sharp white Cheddar, grated
3 cups Monterey Jack cheese, grated
3/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the serranos, jalapenos and onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Whisk in the flour. Gradually whisk in the half-and-half. Cook, whisking, until the mixture thickens, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomatoes and cilantro. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the Cheddar and Jack cheeses 1/4 cup at a time, stirring constantly, until all the cheese has melted. Stir in the sour cream and salt. Serve with tortilla chips.

DON PABLO'S COPYCAT CHILI CON QUESO



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I love Don Pablos and so does my family. I just hate spending $4.00 for a bowl of their Chili Con Queso that may family gobbles up in 2 minutes. Here is a recipe that tastes exactly like theirs and cost about 1/3 as much to make!

Provided by Nedley Meyers

Categories     Mexican

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups, 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 medium onion, chopped fine
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon chili powder
8 ounces canned tomatoes, chopped
2 jalapenos, remove stems and seeds, chop fine
3 cups monterey jack cheese, grated
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In small skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Sauté the onion in the butter for 10 minutes, uncovered. Add the chili powder, tomatoes, jalapeños and simmer, stirring frequently, until slightly thickened. Add the cheese, stirring constantly. Cook, stirring constantly, until the cheese melts. Add the sour cream and cook for 1 minute more. Serve with soft or crispy tortillas.
  • Yield: 2 to 3 Servings.

Tips:

  • Use a combination of cheeses for a richer flavor. A good starting point is a blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and cream cheese.
  • Add some spices to give your queso a little kick. Chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder are all good options.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. You can add cooked meat, vegetables, or even fruit to your queso.
  • Serve your queso immediately with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetables.
  • Queso can be made ahead of time and reheated later. Just be sure to reheat it slowly over low heat, stirring constantly.

Conclusion:

Queso is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer, a main course, or a snack, queso is sure to be a hit with your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy recipe, give queso a try. You won't be disappointed.

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