Tex-Mex Chili Con Queso Recipe

Name: Tex-Mex Chili Con Queso
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil; 1/2 cups Finely Chopped Sweet Onion; 1 Jalapeno, Finely Chopped (or Canned, See Note); 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch; 1 cup Chicken Broth; 8 American Cheese Singles, Cut Up; 1 cup Chopped Tomatoes

Servings: persons

1
In a cast-iron skillet or a heavy pot, heat oil over medium-high and saute onion and jalapeno (if using fresh) with cumin, garlic powder, salt and cornstarch for 23 minutes, until onion is translucent.
2
Add broth and cook for 34 minutes.
3
Stir constantly, allowing the sauce to thicken.
4
Add the cheese and tomatoes.
5
Carefully simmer the queso over low heat for 35 minutes.
6
Stir and adjust its thickness to suit your taste by adding more broth or cheese.
7
Serve hot with tortilla chips.
8
Notes: If using canned jalapeno peppers, add them with the cheese and tomatoes in the final step.
9
Start with 1 tablespoon and adjust the taste by adding more if desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Canola Oil, 1/2 cups Finely Chopped Sweet Onion, 1 Jalapeno, Finely Chopped (or Canned, See Note), 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, and more.

Yes, Tex-Mex Chili Con Queso falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tex-Mex Chili Con Queso

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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