That’s the best kind of potluck reputation to have!
Here’s a classic, always-disappears-fast 4-Ingredient Potluck Go-To:
Creamy Chili Dip
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1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
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1 can (15 oz) chili (no beans, like Hormel)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 bag Fritos Scoops (for serving)
Instructions:
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Spread softened cream cheese evenly in the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate or shallow baking dish.
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Pour the can of chili over the cream cheese and spread to cover.
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Top with shredded cheddar.
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Bake at 350°F for 20-25 minutes, until hot and bubbly.
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Serve warm with Fritos Scoops.
Why it’s a winner: It’s stupidly easy, universally loved, requires no fancy ingredients, and the Fritos Scoops are the key—they’re sturdy and perfectly shaped for scooping. People will hover around this dish.
Other legendary 4-ingredient potluck contenders:
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Slow Cooker Little Smokies: 1 package Lit’l Smokies + 1 bottle BBQ sauce + 1 jar grape jelly + 1 tbsp mustard (optional, but recommended). Simmer in a slow cooker.
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Caprese Skewers: Cherry tomatoes + fresh mozzarella balls (ciliegine) + fresh basil leaves + bottled balsamic glaze. Skewer and drizzle.
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3-Ingredient Buffalo Chicken Dip (plus a chip): 1 rotisserie chicken (shredded) + 1 bottle Buffalo sauce + 1 block cream cheese + Blue cheese or ranch for serving. Heat and stir, serve with celery/carrots/crackers.
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Punch Bowl Salad: 1 large tub Cool Whip, thawed + 1 can crushed pineapple, drained + 1 package instant pistachio pudding mix (dry) + 1 cup mini marshmallows. Mix and chill.
The Creamy Chili Dip is probably the one that built your reputation. It’s foolproof and addictive. Keep being the potluck hero!