A Crispy, Cheesy, Crowd-Pleasing Appetizer Ready in Under 30 Minutes
Looking for an easy appetizer that delivers big flavor with almost no effort? These Oven Baked 3-Ingredient Beef Chili Scoops are the perfect solution. Made with crispy tortilla scoop chips, hearty chili, and melted cheese, they're the ultimate bite-sized snack for game days, family movie nights, potlucks, or quick weeknight dinners.
Every bite is loaded with savory beef chili, gooey melted cheese, and the satisfying crunch of baked tortilla scoops. Best of all, this recipe requires just three simple ingredients and comes together in less than 30 minutes.
Whether you're feeding a crowd or just craving a fun snack, these mini chili cups are guaranteed to disappear fast.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- ✔️ Only 3 ingredients
- ✔️ Ready in about 20 minutes
- ✔️ Perfect for parties and game day
- ✔️ Crispy, cheesy, and satisfying
- ✔️ Kid-friendly
- ✔️ Easy to customize with your favorite toppings
- ✔️ Great way to use leftover chili
What Are Beef Chili Scoops?
Beef Chili Scoops are made by filling sturdy tortilla scoop chips with warm beef chili, topping them with shredded cheese, and baking until the cheese is perfectly melted and bubbly.
The scoop-shaped chips hold the filling beautifully, creating individual bite-sized appetizers that are easy to serve and eat—no forks required.
Ingredients
This recipe makes about 30–35 scoops, depending on the size of your bag of chips.
You'll Need
- 1 bag tortilla scoop chips (such as Tostitos Scoops)
- 2 cups prepared beef chili (homemade or canned)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican cheese blend
Optional Toppings
Although the recipe is delicious with only three ingredients, you can add:
- Sliced green onions
- Sour cream
- Diced tomatoes
- Jalapeño slices
- Fresh cilantro
- Diced avocado
- Black olives
- Hot sauce
- Pickled jalapeños
How to Make Oven Baked Beef Chili Scoops
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