Cheesy Chili

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Codie Ray, Tallulah, Louisiana

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Oct. 19, 2022

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

Can you freeze Cheesy Chili?

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 broth or water if necessary.

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Cheesy Chili

Yield:12 servings (3 qt.)
Prep:25 min

Ingredients

  • 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
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Directions

  1. In a large saucepan, cook the beef, onions and garlic until meat is no longer pink, 5-7 minute, crumbling meat; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, chiles and pepper; bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10-15 minutes. Stir in cheese until melted. Serve immediately. If desired, top with sour cream, jalapeno, tomato and cilantro.