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    Category Home » Appetizers » Choriqueso (Creamy Queso Dip with Chorizo)

    Choriqueso (Creamy Queso Dip with Chorizo)

    Published: Sep 23, 2021 · Modified: Sep 27, 2021 by Leigh Anderson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Warm and melty queso made with creamy Velveeta, cheddar, and Monterey jack cheeses, Mexican chorizo and spicy chipotle peppers. This smooth and creamy dip is a real crowd pleaser! Grab some tortilla chips for dipping and enjoy!

    a tortilla chip dipping into a warm pot of melted queso and chorizo

    My favorite date night dinner is just a few blocks away at one of our neighborhood Mexican restaurants Mercado. We always order margaritas, tacos and of course the Choriqueso dip! “Choriqueso” is a combination of creamy, melty queso dip and smokey, spicy pork chorizo. It’s the perfect appetizer to kick of a meal!

    Choriqueso is so easy to make. You can serve it as is or top it with your favorite fixin’s like; diced onion, avocado, cilantro, jalapeño, sour cream or crumbled queso fresco!

    Looking for the perfect pairing? Serve Choriqueso dip alongside your favorite salsas like; Tomatillo Salsa, Creamy Avocado Salsa or Heirloom Tomato Pico de Gallo. Don’t forget the Margaritas!

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    All you need to make choriqueso dip is a few simple ingredients: Velveeta cheese, Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, hot sauce, half and half and Mexican chorizo.

    recipe ingredients: half and half, three typed of shredded cheese, hot sauce, chorizo and chipotle peppers

    Recipe Step by Step

    Step 1. Cook the Chorizo

    If your chorizo is stuffed inside a casing, remove and discard the casing. Saute the chorizo, braking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Once it’s cooked through transfer it to a plate and set aside.

    two white enamel cast iron pans pans with melted cheese

    Step 2. Make the Queso

    In a large pot melt all three cheeses together with the half and half, chipotle peppers and hot sauce. Cook until smooth and creamy, stirring frequently.

    Step 3. Serve!

    Top the queso with the cooked chorizo. Serve piping hot with tortilla chips for dipping!

    a black cast iron pan filled with hot melted queso and crispy chorizo surrounded by tortilla chips, beer and salsa

    FAQs and Expert Tips

    What is choriqueso?

    Choriqueso is a Mexican dip made with ground pork chorizo and a variety of melted cheeses.

    What is the best way to store and reheat leftovers?

    Leftover choriqueso will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat. Add a bit of half and half or milk to thin it out to a smooth and pourable consistency. 

    Can I make this recipe in a Slow Cooker?

    Yes! Combine all of the ingredients, except the chorizo, in the base of a slow-cooker. Cover and cook on high for 40-50 minutes, stirring once half-way through. Cook the chorizo in a separate pot then add it to the slow cooker just before serving.

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    I love to hear from readers and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. If you make this recipe be sure to leave a comment and/or give it a rating! Don’t forget to follow along on Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram for all the latest updates!

    a black cast iron pan filled with hot melted queso and crispy chorizo surrounded by tortilla chips, beer and salsa

    Choriqueso (Queso Fundido with Chorizo)

    Warm and melty queso made with creamy Velveeta, cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses, Mexican chorizo and spicy chipotle peppers. This smooth and creamy dip is a real crowd pleaser! Grab some tortilla chips for dipping and enjoy!
    5 from 4 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 376kcal
    Author: Leigh Anderson

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz ground Mexican chorizo casings removed
    • 2 c half and half
    • 16 oz Velveeta cheese American cheese will also work
    • ½ c grated Monterey jack cheese
    • ½ c grated Cheddar cheese
    • 2 tbsp chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
    • 2 tsp Mexican hot sauce Tapatio, Cholula or Tabasco
    • ½ tsp kosher salt

    Optional Toppings

    • ½ c sour cream
    • ½ c minced onion
    • ¼ c chopped cilantro
    • 1 jalapeño minced
    • tortilla chips for serving

    Instructions

    • In a large saute pan or cast iron pan, cook the chorizo over medium-high heat, stirring and breaking it up with a spoon until browned and crisp, about 8–10 minutes; set aside.
    • In a large saucepan warm the half and half over medium-low heat. Add all three cheeses, the chipotle peppers and hot sauce to the pan. Stir continuously until the cheese has melted and is mostly smooth, about 5-10 minutes. Reduce the heat to low.
    • Once all the cheese is melted, remove the pan from the heat to prevent it from scorching. Transfer the queso to a serving dish, top with the chorizo and any other toppings you like! Serve warm with tortilla chips for dipping.

    Notes

     
    Ingredient Notes and Substitutions:
    • Velveeta Cheese: I know Velveeta isn’t for everyone but it adds so much creaminess to the queso. You can also use American cheese, white or yellow.
    • Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce: If you prefer your queso to be less spicy you can skip the chipotle peppers.
    • Mexican Chorizo: For a vegetarian queso use “Soyrizo” plant-based chorizo.
     
    FAQs and Expert Tips:
    • Use freshly grated cheese for a smooth and creamy queso. Pre-grated cheeses are coated with an anti-caking agent which can become gritty when melted. 
    • Slow-Cooker Method: Combine all of the ingredients, except the chorizo, in the base of a slow-cooker. Cover and cook on high for 40-50 minutes, stirring once half-way through. Cook the chorizo in a separate pot then add it to the slow cooker just before serving.
     
    Storing and Reheating Leftovers:
    • Leftover choriqueso will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat on the stovetop over low heat. Add a bit of half and half or milk to thin it out to a smooth and pourable consistency. 
     
    Equipment Used:
    Cast Iron Enamel Pan | Box Grater | Shop all Kitchen Essentials 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 376kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 1268mg | Potassium: 314mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1378IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 509mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Ann

      May 19, 2022 at 5:44 am

      5 stars
      Brought this to a party months ago and now it’s all anyone asks for. Delicious and the crockpot makes it super easy.

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