Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream (full fat for richness)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles, drained
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (mild or sharp, your choice)
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Cracked black pepper, to taste
- Tortilla chips, veggies, or crackers for serving
Optional Add-ins:
- ½ cup cooked, crumbled bacon
- ½ cup chopped jalapeños (for extra heat)
- ½ cup black olives, sliced
- ¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper for color
Instructions
1. Mix It Up
In a medium-sized bowl, combine sour cream, ranch seasoning, green chiles, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Stir until fully blended.
2. Add the Cheese
Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
3. Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors meld and the dip to firm up.
4. Garnish (Optional)
Top with chopped green onions, a sprinkle of black pepper, or even a dash of paprika before serving.
5. Serve and Enjoy
Pair with tortilla chips, pretzels, celery sticks, cucumber slices, or crackers. You can even spread it on sandwiches or wraps for an extra flavor boost.
