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Flavorful Skillet Queso Blanco Dip with Roasted Poblano Chorizo

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A creamy, smoky, and spicy queso blanco dip featuring roasted poblano peppers and Mexican-style chorizo, perfect for casual nights and entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz (340 g) queso blanco, shredded or cubed
  • 8 oz (225 g) Mexican-style chorizo, casing removed
  • 2 medium poblano peppers, roasted, peeled, and chopped
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely diced (optional)
  • ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven broiler or grill. Roast whole poblano peppers on a baking sheet or grill pan, turning occasionally, until skin is blistered and blackened, about 8–10 minutes. Place in a bowl covered with plastic wrap to steam for 5 minutes.
  2. Peel off charred skin from poblanos, remove seeds and stems, then chop roughly. Set aside.
  3. Heat skillet over medium heat and add chorizo. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 6 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  4. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and jalapeño (if using). Sauté until onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
  5. Stir in butter until melted, then pour in milk. Warm for about 1 minute without boiling.
  6. Lower heat to medium-low. Gradually add queso blanco, stirring constantly to melt and blend with chorizo mixture, about 4–5 minutes. Add more milk if dip is too thick.
  7. Fold in chopped roasted poblanos. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add lime juice if desired.
  8. Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, warm buttermilk biscuits, or crunchy veggies.

Notes

Keep heat low when melting cheese to avoid clumping. Stir constantly for a silky smooth texture. Add milk gradually if dip is too thick. Roasting poblanos is essential for smoky flavor. Drain some chorizo fat to avoid greasiness but leave some for flavor. Add fresh cilantro just before serving to keep it bright.

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Keywords: queso blanco dip, roasted poblano, chorizo dip, skillet dip, party appetizer, spicy dip, creamy dip

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