Ingredients for Chipotle Cream Cheese Sauce
- Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1-2 jalapeños (seeded and minced)
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- Red Bell Pepper
- Fresh Oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Ground Cumin
- Chipotle Chile In Adobo
- Heavy Cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- Monterey Jack Cheese
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How to Make Chipotle Cream Cheese Sauce
- Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in 1-2 jalapeños (seeded and minced), 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper. Sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, and 1-2 teaspoons chipotle powder (adjust to your spice preference). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Reduce heat to low. Pour in 1 cup heavy cream and 8 ounces cream cheese, stirring until the cream cheese is melted and smooth.
- Simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in 4 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
- Keep warm on the lowest heat setting until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
31 g
Sugar
9g
Fat
210g
Carbs
2g
