Cheesy Shrimp Fajita Dip
Ingredients
3
cups
Yellow Onions
peeled, thinly sliced
7
tbsp
vegetable oil
divided
6
cups
RO*TEL QUESO
recipe at conagrafoodservice.com
3
cups
Ro*Tel® Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies
drained
2
tsp
cayenne pepper
2
lbs
Large shrimp
peeled, deveined, butterflied
1-1/2
cups
Cheddar Jack cheese
shredded, divided
24
oz
Tortilla chips
warmed
Cilantro
for garnish
Instructions
Sauté onions in 3 tablespoons oil in a skillet for 7 to 10 minutes or until browned.
Combine onions, RO*TEL QUESO, Ro*Tel® Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies and cayenne pepper in a large container.
Refrigerate until service.
To make FOUR PORTIONS: Sauté 1/2 cup (about 8 pieces) shrimp in 2 teaspoons oil in a skillet for 3 minutes or until pink.
Combine shrimp and 1-1/2 cups queso mixture in a greased 12-ounce oven-safe dish; sprinkle with 1/4 cup Cheddar Jack cheese.
Bake at 350°F for 7 to 10 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with 4 ounces tortilla chips.
CHEF’S NOTE: Shrimp can be placed on top of queso for visual appeal, if desired.