Green Chile Pimiento Cheese

Add a zesty twist to your favorite Southern classic with this Green Chile Pimiento Cheese, a bold and creamy spread that's ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring sharp cheddar cheese, tangy cream cheese, and smoky roasted green chiles, this recipe elevates traditional pimiento cheese with a subtle kick of heat and robust flavor. A harmonious blend of garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika ties it all together, creating a versatile dish perfect for spreading on crackers, slathering on sandwiches, or as a dip for fresh veggies. Completely no-cook and brimming with personality, this upgraded pimiento cheese is your new go-to appetizer or snack for gatherings, game days, or everyday indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz Sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 oz Cream cheese
• 0.33 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Pimientos, diced
• 0.25 cup Roasted green chiles, diced
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.25 tsp Onion powder
• 0.25 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Grate the sharp cheddar cheese using a box grater and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or spatula to stir until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Add the grated cheddar cheese, diced pimientos, and roasted green chiles to the bowl.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Mix all the ingredients together thoroughly, ensuring the spices, chiles, and pimientos are distributed evenly throughout the mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the green chile pimiento cheese to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a spread for crackers, sandwiches, or vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	543.3 grams (543.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1902

Total Fat 169.30g	217%
Saturated Fat 76.60g	383%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.70g
Cholesterol 435mg	145%
Sodium 2918mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 40.30g	15%
Dietary Fiber 2.40g	9%
Total Sugars 9.20g
Protein 65.60g	131%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1751mg	135%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 412mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.2%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 8.3%