Iron Skillet Texas Trash Dip – Cheesy and Crunchy
There’s something about a warm, cheesy dip that just brings people together, and this iron skillet Texas trash dip is always a hit in my house. It’s loaded with all the things we love—creamy refried beans, tangy sour cream, a hint of spice from green chiles, and, of course, plenty of melted cheese.
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What I really love is how it’s all baked together in a cast iron skillet, so it stays warm and gooey as we dig in. Plus, the fresh toppings like green onions and cherry tomatoes add just the right pop of color and flavor to balance it all out
How to Make Iron Skillet Texas Trash Dip
Here are the ingredients you need to make this Texas trash dip in a skillet, plus step by step instructions for how to make it.
Ingredients
- 8 oz package cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 16 oz can refried beans
- 4 oz can diced green chiles
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning
- 3 cups Mexican or Fiesta cheese blend, shredded and divided
- ⅓ cup green onions, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
Step by Step Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking. While preheating the oven, wash and finely chop the green onions. Dice the tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces, and set them aside for garnish later.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, diced green chiles, taco seasoning, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly blended and creamy.
3. Spread the mixture evenly into a 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet or an oven-safe baking dish (if you don’t have a skillet).
4. Then, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the top of the bean mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered.
5. Put the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden around the edges.
6. Carefully remove the skillet from the oven (it will be hot!). Immediately top with the chopped green onions and diced tomatoes (this combo adds a bit of color and crunch to the gooey goodness).
7. Serve the dip warm straight from the skillet. Pair it with tortilla chips, crackers, or your favorite dippers for a delicious appetizer everyone will love.
Tips
- For extra flavor, add sliced jalapenos, black olives, or chopped cilantro as additional toppings.
- Want more heat? Swap the mild green chiles for hot ones or mix in a dash of hot sauce.
- To save time, prep the dip base ahead and refrigerate until ready to bake. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if starting cold.
Whether it’s a casual family night or a big party, this iron skillet Texas trash dip always delivers. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor, and perfect for sharing. Serve it with tortilla chips or your favorite crackers, and don’t be surprised if it disappears fast. Try it out—you might just end up adding it to your regular rotation like I did.
Iron Skillet Texas Trash Dip
Ingredients
- 8 oz package cream cheese softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 16 oz can refried beans
- 4 oz can diced green chiles
- 1 oz packet taco seasoning
- 3 cups Mexican or Fiesta cheese blend shredded and divided
- ⅓ cup green onions diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes quartered
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking. While preheating the oven, wash and finely chop the green onions. Dice the tomatoes into small, bite-sized pieces, and set them aside for garnish later.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, refried beans, diced green chiles, taco seasoning, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly blended and creamy.
- Spread the mixture evenly into a 10- or 12-inch cast iron skillet or an oven-safe baking dish (if you don’t have a skillet).
- Then, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the top of the bean mixture, ensuring it’s fully covered.
- Put the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden around the edges.
- Carefully remove the skillet from the oven (it will be hot!). Immediately top with the chopped green onions and diced tomatoes (this combo adds a bit of color and crunch to the gooey goodness).
- Serve the dip warm straight from the skillet. Pair it with tortilla chips, crackers, or your favorite dippers for a delicious appetizer everyone will love.
