Description
This Mexicorn and Cheese Fiesta Dip is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines the flavors of Mexicorn, green chiles, and gooey melted cheese. Perfect for parties or game day gatherings!
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 (11-ounce) cans Mexicorn (drained)
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
For the Dip:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnish and Serving:
- 2 green onions (sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Tortilla chips or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare baking dish: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
- Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine Mexicorn, green chiles, mayonnaise, sour cream, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, garlic powder, chili powder, and black pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Bake: Spread mixture evenly into the baking dish. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until hot and bubbly with a golden top.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and garnish with green onions and cilantro. Serve warm with tortilla chips or crackers.
Notes
- For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or use pepper jack cheese.
- This dip can be made ahead, refrigerated, and baked just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dip
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1/2 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
