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Home » Recipe » Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip

Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip

January 29, 2020 by Danielle Green 7 Comments

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Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip is a spicy southwest twist on the best chip dip recipe! This easy 15 minute snack is full of fresh vegetables and a spicy sour cream and cream cheese spread.

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Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip

Everyone I have ever met thinks the classic Taco Dip Recipe is the best chip dip. Our family and so many others make it for parties and cookouts. This Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip is a spicy southwest twist on the original and I think it might even be better if I do say so myself!

A mixture of sour cream and cream cheese is blended with chipotles in adobo and ranch seasoning. This easy chip dip recipe is topped with fresh lettuce, tomatoes, sweet corn and shredded pepper jack cheese.

Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip on plate

Chipotle Cream Cheese Dip Recipe

The crunchy sweet corn is what really puts it over the top for me. It is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. With the hot chipotle peppers and the sweetness from the corn and tomatoes, the flavors are just right in this sour cream chip dip recipe. 

You can adjust to your spice preference with how many chipotles in adobo you add to the mix. I like things relatively spicy, so I opted for 2 chipotles. If you think medium salsa is too spicy, then you might want to opt for just one.

Freezing chipotles in Adobo

When using chipotles in adobo sauce, rarely do I ever use a whole can, much less a half of can. One or two of those bad boys go a long ways. Instead of wasting all the leftovers, chop them up finely and put them in a freezer resealable bag.

Lay the bag flat so it’s a thin layer with no air inside. When you need chipotles for your next recipe, like these Chipotle Shrimp Tacos, you can just break off a piece from the freezer!

Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip photo

Spicy Sour Cream Chip Dip Recipe

Another component to this sour cream chip dip that I wouldn’t skimp on is freshly shredded cheese. There is just something about the creamy cheese shredded right from the block that is a million times better than the powdery store bought shreds.

Obviously we all use the store bought cheese in a pinch when we don’t have a lot of time. If you have the extra couple minutes and are serving this for a party or the big game, definitely take a couple minutes and shred your own cheese!

Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip serving

Best Chip Dip Recipe

This Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip is going to be one of my new go-to recipes for an easy appetizer or snack to bring to a party or serve guests during the summer. It is absolutely perfect for whatever you are doing this Memorial Day weekend!

When I served this easy chip dip at our last Family Olympics, my brother gave me grief for not making the go-to taco dip that my Mom always makes. After he tried it, he begrudgingly admitted that he liked it even better. If you know my family and their unwillingness to try new things, that is a HUGE compliment!. 

Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip served

More of the best cream cheese chip dip recipes!

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  • Green Chili Corn Dip
  • Parmesan Garlic Chip Dip
  • Roasted Red Pepper Ranch Dip
  • Pizza Dip Appetizer
  • Smoked Salmon Dip
  • Buffalo Chicken Dip
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Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip

Yield: 10
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Chipotle Ranch Chip Dip is a spicy southwest twist on everyone's favorite taco dip recipe! This easy 15 minute snack is full of fresh vegetables and a zesty sour cream and cream cheese spread.

Ingredients

  • 1 c. sour cream
  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 1 oz. packet ranch seasoning
  • 1-2 finely diced chipotles in adobo, depending on spice preference
  • 2 c. shredded lettuce
  • 1 c. chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 c. finely diced red onion
  • 1 cob sweet corn, cut off the cob
  • 4 oz. shredded pepper jack cheese
  • chips for serving

Instructions

  1. In a food processor or a medium bowl add the sour cream, cream cheese, ranch seasoning and diced chipotles. Blend until smooth.
  2. Spread the mixture over a large plate or platter. Top with the remaining vegetables and cheese.
  3. Serve fresh with chips or store covered up to 6 hours before serving.

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 10 Servings
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 202Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 382mgCarbohydrates: 9gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 6g

Provided nutrition data is only an estimate. If you are tracking these nutrients for medical purposes, please consult an outside, trusted source.

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Cuisine: Southwest / Category: Appetizers

 

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Filed Under: Appetizers, Fast & Easy, Gluten-Free, Recipe, Snacks, Vegetarian


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Comments

  1. Julie Evink says

    May 23, 2018 at 9:07 am

    5 stars
    Ok- This looks AMAZING!!! I am adding this to the menu for our Memorial Day weekend at the lake!!! LOVE it!!!!

    Reply
  2. Malinda says

    May 24, 2018 at 4:40 pm

    5 stars
    This looks amazing!!! I have to agree that freshly grated cheese is the only way to go!!

    Reply
  3. Melissa Howell says

    June 4, 2018 at 11:42 am

    5 stars
    Oh man! I love chipoltle! I’m totally going to have to try this dip!

    Reply
  4. Sandy says

    July 11, 2019 at 9:47 pm

    This is horrible!!! I made for a dip contest, followed directions to the T as it was my first time making it and my husband gagged when trying it. Way too much ranch, maybe taco seasoning would be better? I seriously doubt even making modifications to this recipe would help

    Reply
    • Danielle Green says

      July 18, 2019 at 8:58 am

      Sorry to hear you guys didn’t enjoy it. My family loved the recipe just as it was made.

      Reply
  5. Amy L Stone says

    July 17, 2020 at 12:22 pm

    Do you cook the corn?

    Reply
    • Danielle Green says

      July 28, 2020 at 1:32 pm

      I don’t. I enjoy the crunch from fresh sweet corn.

      Reply

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