Frito Chili Cheese Dip
Frito Chili Cheese Dip is a warm and inviting appetizer that will elevate any gathering. This creamy, cheesy dip combines savory ground chicken with zesty spices, making it a favorite for game days, family get-togethers, or cozy nights in. Topped with crispy turkey bacon and fresh green onions, it’s not only delicious but visually appealing as well. Serve it alongside Frito’s Scoops or use it to enhance nachos and baked potatoes. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that promises to keep your guests coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 block cream cheese
- 10 oz diced tomatoes
- 15 oz chili starter
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1–2 tsp hot sauce
- 1/2 medium white onion, diced
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
- 5 strips turkey bacon, cooked crispy and chopped
- 2 green onions, diced
- Frito’s Scoops for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese with cooked ground chicken, diced tomatoes, chili starter, cheddar cheese, and spices until smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased oven-safe skillet and top with additional cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until bubbly.
- Add chopped turkey bacon on top and return to the oven for another 3–4 minutes.
- Garnish with diced green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Find it online: https://sweetrecipetime.com/frito-chili-cheese-dip/