Game Day Onion Dip (Print Version)

Creamy caramelized onions combined with fresh herbs, ideal for enjoying with crunchy potato chips.

# What You Need:

→ For the Onion Dip

01 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 2 large yellow onions, finely diced
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 4 ounces (1/2 cup) cream cheese, softened
08 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
09 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
10 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped (plus extra for garnish)
12 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ For Serving

13 - 1 large bag (10 ounces) sturdy potato chips

# Directions:

01 - Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions, salt, pepper, and sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are deep golden brown and caramelized, about 25–30 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth.
03 - Fold in the cooled caramelized onions, chives, and parsley. Stir until well combined.
04 - Cover and chill the dip for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl, garnish with extra chives, and serve with potato chips.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The caramelized onions create this incredible sweetness that balances perfectly with the tangy creamy base
  • It tastes like you spent hours on it but the active cooking time is minimal
  • Everyone will ask you for the recipe and you can pretend you worked harder than you actually did
02 -
  • Do not rush the onion caramelization process because that deep flavor is what makes this dip special
  • The dip must chill for at least an hour or the flavors will taste separate and unfinished
  • Room temperature cream cheese mixes in much more smoothly than cold straight from the fridge
03 -
  • Make double the caramelized onions and save half for burgers or steak during the week
  • Bring the dip to room temperature for 20 minutes before serving for the creamiest texture

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