Description
This Cheesy Enchilada Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines ground beef, taco seasoning, creamy salsa con queso, and a blend of beans, corn, and green chilies. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, it simmers to perfection with a delicious cheesy enchilada twist and serves six people comfortably.
Ingredients
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Meat and Seasoning
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
Soup and Dairy
- 1 jar Tostitos Salsa Con Queso (about 15 oz)
- 1 can potato soup (about 10.5 oz)
- 1 1/4 cups sour cream
Broth and Vegetables
- 1 1/4 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 cup pinto beans or black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can fire-roasted diced green chilies (4 oz)
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks to ensure even coloring. Once fully browned, drain off any excess fat to keep the chili from being greasy.
- Season: Stir in the taco seasoning and water into the cooked beef. Continue cooking until the water slowly evaporates and the seasoning is fully incorporated, then transfer this seasoned beef mixture to a large pot or Dutch oven for further cooking.
- Combine Ingredients: To the pot with beef, add the jar of Tostitos Salsa Con Queso, the can of potato soup, sour cream, beef broth, and chicken broth. Stir thoroughly until the sour cream melts completely and the mixture becomes creamy and uniform.
- Mix Vegetables and Beans: Add the diced green chilies, frozen corn, and the drained beans to the pot. Stir everything together, ensuring all ingredients are well combined for balanced flavor in every bite.
- Simmer: Turn the heat up just until the chili reaches a gentle boil. Immediately reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer uncovered for about 15–20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Once thickened and heated through, ladle the chili into bowls and serve hot. Complement your dish with tortilla chips, Fritos, or your favorite chili toppings such as shredded cheese, jalapeños, or sour cream for an extra festive meal.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for beef to lighten the dish.
- Use either pinto beans or black beans based on preference; both work well.
- If you want a spicier chili, add extra diced green chilies or a dash of cayenne pepper.
- Leftovers reheat well and often taste better the next day after flavors have melded.
- For a thicker chili, allow it to simmer a bit longer uncovered.
