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Casserole of corn dip with tortilla chips.
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Mexican Corn Dip

This easy and cheesy Mexican Corn Dip is packed with bold flavors and a creamy, spicy kick! Perfect for parties, game day, or any time you need a quick and delicious appetizer.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: cheesy corn dip, hot corn dip
Servings: 8
Calories: 359kcal
Author: Milisa

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 jalapeno diced, seeds and membranes removed
  • 20 ounces frozen corn
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 5 ounces Monterey Jack Cheese shredded - divided use
  • 5 ounces Queso Fresco crumbled - divided use
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • tortilla chips for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Add diced red onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened. Remove from heat.
  • Rinse and drain the corn if using frozen and stir into vegetables.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat together softened cream cheese, sour cream, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  • Fold in shredded Monterey Jack cheese and queso fresco.
  • Reserve 1/2 cup of vegetable mixture. Add the remaining vegetables to the mixture and stir to combine.
  • Spread the dip into a baking dish or cast iron skillet.
  • Sprinkle reserved vegetables and extra shredded cheese on top.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and garnish with chopped cilantro.
  • Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Make it Spicier: Add extra jalapenos or cayenne pepper for more heat.
  • Cheese Variations: Swap Monterey Jack for cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese.
  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Warm in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or in a non-stick skillet, stirring until heated through.
  • Make Ahead: Assemble the dip a day in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 633mg | Potassium: 370mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1322IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 286mg | Iron: 1mg
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