Cheesy Game Day Taco Dip

Bring the heat to game day with this Cheesy Taco Dip—loaded with seasoned beef, melted cheese, and a kick of jalapeño. Baked until golden and bubbly, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleasing dip that pairs perfectly with a mountain of tortilla chips.

January 28, 2025

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Servings: 8

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
3 tbsp taco seasoning
1 package cream cheese (room temperature)
4 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or mix)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 cups sour cream
1½ cups salsa
1–3 jalapeño peppers, diced (plus more for serving)
1 handful cilantro or sliced green onion, for serving

Instructions

Step 1

Brown the ground beef with 2 tbsp. of taco seasoning (or Meat Church Fajita Rub!). Drain and set aside, allowing it to cool a little.

Step 2

In a bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese, 2 cups of your favorite shredded cheeses, garlic, and the remaining taco seasoning. Add enough sour cream, up to 1/4 cup, to bind everything together.

Step 3

Preheat your grill to between 350°F and 400°F preparing to use the indirect grilling method.

Step 4

Spread the cheese mixture in the bottom of a casserole or baking dish. Spread the layer of ground beef on top of the cheese mixture. Top the ground beef with a layer of sour cream and jalapeño peppers, followed by the salsa. Finally, top everything with the remaining shredded cheese.

Step 5

Bake on the grill until the insides are bubbly and hot, and the top is golden and crispy, about 30 minutes.

Step 6

Serve topped with more jalapeno, fresh cilantro, sliced green onion, or whatever your heart desires, just don't forget some tortilla chips!