Sausage Dip
Sausage dip is a must-make appetizer for any potluck, party, or get-together! Crumbled sausage, cream cheese, pepper jack, chopped tomatoes and green chiles get cooked together to melty perfection. Grab your favorite chips, this is one hearty appetizer you don’t want to miss.
Hot dips are the best. So delicious and perfect for munching on all winter long! If this sausage dip seems like it’s up your alley, here are a few more recipes I think you’ll love: hot crab dip, jalapeno popper dip, and provoleta!
Cheesy Sausage Dip
This sausage dip is one of those recipes that I find myself coming back to all the time. It’s a classic! And it checks all the boxes. Ooey-gooey, hearty, flavorful, and so easy to make!
Picture this: warm, melty pepper jack cheese stretching from your chip to the dip. Then the juicy tomatoes, spicy chilies, and cream cheese give it the perfect flavor and texture. And the crumbled sausage? It makes this dip nice and meaty, so each bite is extra satisfying!
Ingredient List
Grab your ingredients, crank up the oven, and get ready to experience gooey, delicious bliss. This sausage dip is about to become your new favorite appetizer.
Ground Sausage: Use your favorite kind, whether it’s regular, Italian, or hot sausage! Ground beef or turkey will also work in a pinch.
Cream Cheese: Makes the sausage dip creamy and rich. Soften it before adding for a smooth texture.
Diced Tomatoes: Add a burst of juicy goodness.
Green Chiles: Spice things up! Adjust the amount to your heat tolerance, or omit them altogether for a milder option. You could also add diced jalapenos or chipotle peppers instead.
Pepper Jack Cheese: Melty, gooey goodness with a fiery bite! Shred it yourself for the perfect texture, or use pre-shredded for easy prep. For a milder option, use Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese.
How to Make Sausage Dip
Brown Sausage: Add the sausage to a medium-sized skillet. Break up the sausage into pieces and cook over medium-high heat until browned and no longer pink.
Add Veggies and Cream Cheese: Add the tomatoes, green chilies, and cream cheese. Cook over medium heat, stirring until the cream cheese is melted.
Mix in Cheese: Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted.
Adjust to Taste: Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish: Garnish with chopped cilantro and sliced jalapenos.
Enjoy: Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or crostini.
Tips and Variations
This epic sausage dip is already a party in a bowl, but let’s take it to the next level with some easy customizations:
Add More Spice: Double the green chilies, or swap them for diced jalapenos. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce for an extra fiery kick.
Tex-Mex Version: Add a can of drained black beans and a sprinkle of taco seasoning for a Tex-Mex variation. Top with chopped fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a bright finish.
Serve With: Serve sausage dip with a variety of dippers like tortilla chips, pita chips, crackers, breadsticks, flatbread, baguette slices, or crostini for a well-rounded snack platter.
Storing Leftovers
Storing this delicious sausage dip is a breeze. Simply transfer any leftover dip to an airtight container (think plastic storage container or mason jar) and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
To reheat, pop the container in the microwave on medium heat for 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until warmed through. Or, for a more even heat, transfer the dip to a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly, until it’s hot and bubbly.