Best Cheesy Mexican Chili Recipes

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CHEESY CHILI



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My six grandchildren enjoy feasting on big bowls of this zesty chili. It's so creamy and tasty you can even serve it as a dip at parties. -Codie Ray, Tallulah, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cans (10 ounces each) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds Velveeta, cubed
Optional: Sour cream, sliced jalapeno pepper, chopped tomato and minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onions and garlic until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, chiles and pepper; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Serve immediately. If desired, top with sour cream, jalapenos, tomatoes and cilantro. , Freeze option: Freeze cooled chili in freezer containers; it may be frozen for up to 3 months. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 396 calories, Fat 25g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 1166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

CHEESY MEXICAN CASSEROLE



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Chicken, cheese, and spices. You can substitute Cheddar cheese for the Mexican-style cheese blend, if desired.

Provided by Texasgal60

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

cooking spray
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free sour cream
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chilies
½ cup low-fat milk
2 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken breast meat
8 (6 inch) yellow corn tortillas, torn into bite-size pieces
1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix, or more to taste
1 large tomato, chopped
1 ½ cups shredded Mexican-style cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Stir condensed soup, sour cream, green chilies, and milk together in a large bowl. Add chicken, tortilla pieces, and taco seasoning; stir. Mix tomato and 1 cup Mexican-style cheese blend into chicken mixture.
  • Spread chicken mixture out into the prepared baking dish and cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Discard aluminum foil. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top of the casserole and continue baking until cheese melts and casserole is bubbling, 5 to 10 minutes more. Let rest for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.8 g, Cholesterol 60.2 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 689.9 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CHEESY CHILI ENCHILADAS



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If you love chili and cheese, this recipe is for you.

Provided by NASCAR24FAN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup vegetable oil
1 (10 ounce) package corn tortillas
1 (16 ounce) package Cheddar cheese, grated
2 (19 ounce) cans chili without beans (such as Wolf Brand ®)
1 small onion, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese, cubed, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Warm oil in a small skillet. Use tongs to dip tortillas into the oil one at a time, turning to warm both sides. Sprinkle an even amount of Cheddar cheese down the center of each warmed tortilla. Roll tortillas to enclose cheese; place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
  • Combine the chili, onion, and half of the processed cheese in a large bowl. Pour the chili mixture over the tortillas; top with the remaining processed cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 525.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 88.7 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 17.6 g, Sodium 1177.6 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

CHEESY CHILE CASSEROLE



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A short list of ingredients packs full flavor in this easy-to-assemble casserole. Serve it as the star of your next southwestern meal. -Phyllis Bidwell, Las Vegas, Nevada

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (7 ounces) whole green chiles, rinsed and seeded
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce or 1 cup fresh salsa, drained, divided

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine cheeses. In a greased 2-quart baking dish, layer cheese and chiles. Whisk the eggs, flour and milk; pour over cheese mixture. , Bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Top with half of the tomato sauce or salsa; bake 10 minutes longer or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 304 calories, Fat 21g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 538mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 18g protein.

ONE-POT CHEESY CHILI-MAC



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Hearty chili with creamy macaroni and cheese is an unbeatable comfort, and this 100-percent scratch version is the ultimate! Zesty Tex-Mex flavoring, cheddar cheese, green chiles and an extra boost of both chili and garlic powder give this dish deep savory flavor that's hard to resist. So, put it to the test and see what your family says. If you find it deserves a spot in your permanent dinner rotation, you'll be glad to know this recipe freezes beautifully!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb ground beef (at least 90% lean)
2 cups diced onions
1 cup diced red bell peppers
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups water
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 can (19 oz) Progresso™ red kidney beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ diced green chiles
1/2 lb uncooked elbow macaroni (1 3/4 cups)
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
Sliced green onions, if desired
Hot sauce, if desired

Steps:

  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef, onions and bell peppers; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is cooked through and onions are tender. Stir in taco seasoning mix, chili powder, garlic powder and salt. Stir 30 seconds.
  • Stir in water, tomatoes, beans and chiles. Stir in macaroni; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring frequently, until macaroni is cooked through. Do not drain.
  • Stir in 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese. Serve with remaining cheese, cilantro, green onions and hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 51 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 0 g

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