Baked Cowboy Dip Recipe
This Baked Cowboy Dip is a hearty and flavorful party favorite featuring a creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream, BBQ sauce, and smoky gouda, combined with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and bold spices. Topped with extra-sharp cheddar, crispy fried onions, and fresh jalapeños, it’s perfect for sharing with tortilla chips at your next gathering or game night.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Creamy Base
- 1 (8-oz.) package cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce
- 3 tablespoons pickling liquid from jarred jalapeños
Vegetables and Beans
- 1 (15-oz.) can black beans, drained
- 1 (15-oz.) can corn kernels, drained
- 1/3 cup sliced jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
- 2 scallions, white and green parts separated, thinly sliced
Cheeses
- 1 cup shredded smoked gouda
- 1 1/2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb. (80% lean) ground beef
- 1 (1-oz.) packet taco seasoning
Other
- 2 teaspoons canola oil
- 1 cup store-bought crispy fried onions, coarsely chopped
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Creamy Mixture: Arrange a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 375°F. In a large bowl, mix together cream cheese, sour cream, BBQ sauce, and the pickling liquid from jalapeños until smooth. Stir in drained black beans, corn, shredded smoked gouda, and the white parts of the scallions to combine thoroughly.
- Cook Ground Beef and Peppers: Heat canola oil in a 12″ cast-iron or ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and chopped bell pepper, breaking up the meat with a spoon as it cooks. Continue cooking until beef is fully cooked and peppers are soft, about 5 to 6 minutes. Drain off any excess fat, then stir in the taco seasoning evenly. Remove skillet from heat.
- Combine Mixtures: Add the prepared cream cheese mixture to the cooked beef and pepper mixture. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly. Sprinkle the shredded extra-sharp cheddar over the top of the mixture in the skillet.
- Bake the Dip: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted, golden, and the dip is bubbly throughout.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and top the dip with the finely chopped jalapeños, crispy fried onions, and the green parts of the scallions. Serve hot with tortilla chips on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Use a cast-iron or any ovenproof skillet to go from stovetop to oven easily without transferring the dip.
- For a spicier dip, add more jalapeños or use a hotter BBQ sauce.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- For a vegetarian option, omit ground beef and substitute with sautéed mushrooms or a plant-based meat alternative.
- Make sure to drain black beans and corn well to prevent the dip from getting watery.
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