Description
A creamy and flavorful Sausage Cheese Dip made with browned ground pork sausage, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar. Perfect for parties or game day, this warm dip is easy to prepare on the stovetop and served with tortilla chips or crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Mixture
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
Cheese Base
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish & Serving
- Chopped green onions or jalapeños (optional)
- Tortilla chips or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground pork sausage until it is fully browned and no longer pink, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease to keep the dip creamy but not greasy.
- Add Tomatoes with Chilies: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, mixing them thoroughly with the sausage.
- Melt the Cream Cheese: Add the softened cream cheese to the skillet and stir continuously until it melts and fully combines with the sausage and tomatoes.
- Incorporate Cheddar Cheese: Gradually stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, continuing to mix until the dip is smooth, creamy, and evenly melted.
- Season the Dip: Add garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the mixture. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings evenly throughout the dip.
- Simmer: Let the dip simmer on low heat for 2–3 minutes until everything is hot and bubbly, which helps the flavors meld together.
- Serve and Garnish: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl or keep it warm in a slow cooker. Garnish with chopped green onions or sliced jalapeños, if desired. Serve hot with tortilla chips or crackers.
Notes
- Use hot sausage instead of mild for an extra spicy kick.
- Substitute turkey sausage to make a lighter version of the dip.
- This dip stays warm and creamy when kept in a small slow cooker set to warm, making it perfect for parties or gatherings.
