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Chipped Beef Dip

Jan 23, 2022 by JCP

Hey, y'all! If there's one food that I love (or that I'm known for), it's dips. Today's recipe is a very old-school recipe -- but, it's delicious and has certainly stood the test of time in my family: Chipped Beef Dip. While the name might sound offputting to some, it simply uses chipped beef (or dried beef). It's not as common of an ingredient as it used to be, but when used correctly, it packs a flavorful punch. This recipe stems from my Auntie JJ -- and is a part of a larger series, #CookingLikeJJ, which you can read more about here.

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Dried Chipped Beef Dip

Chipped Beef Dip

Frequently Asked Questions

What is chipped (or dried) beef?

Chipped beef, also referred to as dried beef, is a form of pressed, salt-cured, dried, and thinly-sliced beef. It is generally sold in jars or packets. A popular ingredient of decades past, it is less commonly used nowadays - but, as delicious as ever!

What brand of chipped beef do I recommend?

I always purchase Armour brand, which you can find in most major supermarkets. I take it out of the jar and dice it up.

How long does the Chipped Beef Dip keep in the refrigerator?

If you are lucky enough to have leftovers, you can easily enjoy your batch for 2-4 days when refrigerated.

What should Chipped Beef Dip be served with?

Crackers, toast points, pretzels, and baguettes are all great options.

Dried Chipped Beef Dip

Ingredients, Shopping List:

  • Chipped Beef: I purchase the Armour brand, which is found in a jar.
  • Dairy: Cream Cheese.
  • Condiments: Mayonnaise, Sweet Chili Sauce, Prepared Horseradish.
  • Seasonings: Basil, Parsley, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Smoked Paprika.
Dried Chipped Beef Dip

How To Make Chipped Beef Dip

  1. Soften cream cheese to room temperature.
  2. Add chipped beef, mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, prepared horseradish, and all seasonings. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Store in refrigerator + serve cold!
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Chipped Beef Dip: Tips and Tricks

  1. Finely dice the chipped beef (which, in a jar, looks similar in size to salami/sandwich pepperoni).
  2. Add chipped beef to taste, as it does have a high salt content.
  3. If the dip proves to be too salty, add more cream cheese and mayo.
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What To Serve With Chipped Beef Dip

  1. Toast Points
  2. Crackers
  3. Baguette
  4. Pretzels
Dried Chipped Beef Dip

Other Delicious Dip Recipes On The Blog

  1. Southern Pimento Cheese
  2. Kentucky Hot Brown Dip
  3. Spinach Dip and Hawaiian Bread
Dried Chipped Beef Dip

The Recipe

Dried Chipped Beef Dip

Chipped Beef Dip

JC Phelps
An old school recipe that has stood the test of time, my Aunt JJ's Chipped Beef Dip is easy-to-make and full of flavor!
5 from 33 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 166 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 1-2 oz. chipped beef diced, add to taste
  • 1 tsp. prepared horseradish
  • 1 tsp. sweet chili sauce
  • ¼ tsp. dried basil
  • ¼ tsp. dried parsley
  • ¼ tsp. garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp. onion powder
  • ¼ tsp. smoked paprika

Instructions
 

  • Soften cream cheese to room temperature.
  • Add chipped beef, mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, prepared horseradish, and all seasonings. Mix thoroughly.
  • Store in refrigerator + serve cold!

Notes

  • Finely dice the chipped beef (which, in a jar, looks similar in size to salami/sandwich pepperoni).
  • Add chipped beef to taste, as it does have a high salt content.
  • If the dip proves to be too salty, add more cream cheese and mayo.

Nutrition

Calories: 166kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 247mgPotassium: 55mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 463IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 34mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chipped beef, chipped beef dip, dried beef, dried beef dip
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Dried Chipped Beef Dip

About the Series: Cooking Like JJ

My Auntie JJ was the quintessential southern woman. She was classy, tasteful, always refined; an amazing cook and hostess; and did everything that she balanced – teaching, running businesses, raising a family, and keeping an immaculate home – with ease. She is one of the main inspirations behind JCP Eats, as she was the one who taught me about timeless, southern food and entertaining. When JJ passed away, I planned this series as a way to pay homage to her 91 years here on Earth; in a way, it’s a form of mourning – in another, it seems like my final gift to her. I hope y’all will enjoy this deep dive into the culinary archives of my family + Phelps Acres Farm. While I’ll never be able to cook as good as JJ, I can only strive to cook like JJ (hence the title of the series). Learn more here.

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Y’all come back now, ya hear?

My best,

JC

Keep Up With JCP Eats

Thank you so much for visiting the blog today! I’d love to keep in touch via social media. You can follow my content on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, Tik Tok, Twitter, and LinkedIn. I also author a sister website, Notable Kentucky, on which I write about southern lifestyle. Read Notable Kentucky here.

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  1. Cheryl

    February 14, 2023 at 7:57 pm

    The salt is over the top with chipped, dried beef. I love it tho as a quick meal,I found that putting it in a colander and rinsing it really well and squeezing the excess water out then dicing it up for recipes it is perfectly salted. Not over bearing.

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  2. Jessica Formicola

    March 08, 2023 at 12:15 pm

    I made this dip for a party over the weekend and everyone loved it!

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  3. Alexandra

    March 08, 2023 at 4:24 pm

    What a delicious dip - easy to make and perfect for entertaining. Love a special family recipe 🙂

    Reply
  4. Debra

    March 09, 2023 at 7:06 am

    My Aunt used to make something similar when we were kids. Total nostalgia for me...and I'm so glad I found this recipe because now my kids know what I'm talking about. A keeper in this house for sure.

    Reply
  5. DJ

    March 10, 2023 at 3:31 pm

    I made this with bacon as I had no chipped beef. Excellent.

    Reply

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