Chili's • Appetizers

Chili's Skillet Beef Queso

Classic Skillet Queso with beef. Served with chips and fresh salsa.

Price: $12.29
Calories: 1340

$12.29

Prices vary by market, franchise, and ordering platform.

Skillet Beef Queso price by location

Official Chili's ordering prices for this item. Chili's prices by location, so the price shown above is the highest of these.

Location	Price
Oklahoma City, OK	$10.99
San Antonio, TX	$10.99
Palmdale, CA	$12.29
Amherst, NY	$11.89
Algonquin, IL	$11.49
Pensacola, FL	$11.29

Menu Labeling & Nutrition Information

2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary. Full nutrition information, including saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, sugars, and fiber, is available upon request from the restaurant and in the official nutrition guide. Calorie counts shown are approximate and based on official restaurant nutrition data; values may vary by location, preparation, and portion size.

Everything You Need to Know About the Skillet Beef Queso

The Skillet Beef Queso is listed in the Appetizers section of the Chili's menu. It comes in at 1340 calories, and is priced at $12.29, about $0.92 per 100 calories. Chili's is a casual-dining chain founded in 1975, known for Baby Back Ribs, Big Mouth Burgers, fajitas and its Original Chicken Crispers. This guide lists the whole official Chili's menu with 2026 prices and calories, using the highest price found across six restaurants, plus a location price table on every item.

How the Skillet Beef Queso compares to similar Chili's items

The closest items in the Appetizers section, with this item highlighted.


Skillet Beef Queso (this item)	$12.29	1340	0.92
Triple Dipper®	$18.79	1450	1.30
Chips & Salsa	$7.29	910	0.80
Southwestern Eggrolls™	$15.99	1020	1.57
Dip Trio	$12.99	970	1.34

Average price in the Appetizers section: $13.10. This item is below the section average.

Allergen & nutrition guide

View the official Chili's allergen & nutrition guide

See the full Chili's nutrition & calories table →

Is the Skillet Beef Queso good value at Chili's?

At $12.29, the Skillet Beef Queso costs about $0.92 per 100 calories against a $13.10 average in the Appetizers section. Value depends on what you order alongside it. Pair it with the cheapest Chili's sides for the best total meal cost.

How to order the Skillet Beef Queso at Chili's

The Skillet Beef Queso is available at Chili's locations nationwide: dine-in, takeout, and in most markets delivery through the Chili's app or third-party services. Order through the official Chili's ordering page for pickup and delivery. Prices vary by location. Check the current full Chili's menu for the latest pricing.

Pro Tips for Ordering the Skillet Beef Queso

1At 1340 calories, this is one of the higher-calorie items on the menu. Plan portions accordingly.
2Check current Chili's deals: 3 for Me: $10.99.
3Prices have trended +2.5% vs 2025 on our tracking. Expect slight variation by location.

Tips compiled from customer reviews on Google, Yelp, Reddit, and our menu tracking data.

More Chili's menu items

$18.79

Triple Dipper®

$18.79 · 1450 cal

$7.29

Chips & Salsa

$7.29 · 910 cal

$15.99

Southwestern Eggrolls™

$15.99 · 1020 cal

$12.99

Dip Trio

$12.99 · 970 cal

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How to order: Ask for the 'Awesome Blossom' — if they don't have it, ask for extra seasoning on a side of fries.

Quesadilla Burger · $14.49

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How to order: Order an Oldtimer Burger and ask them to 'use quesadillas instead of the bun.'

Payment & holiday hours

Accepted payment

Credit & debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover)
Cash
Gift cards
Apple Pay & Google Pay

Holiday closures

Thanksgiving
Christmas Day

Typical closures: individual locations may vary. Confirm locally before visiting.

About Chili's

Chili's is a casual-dining chain founded in 1975, known for Baby Back Ribs, Big Mouth Burgers, fajitas and its Original Chicken Crispers. This guide lists the whole official Chili's menu with 2026 prices and calories, using the highest price found across six restaurants, plus a location price table on every item.

Chili's FAQ

What time does Chili's serve lunch?

Chili's starts serving lunch after breakfast ends — typically around 10:30 to 11 AM at most locations. Lunch specials (where available) are usually served until 3-4 PM. Hours vary by location.

How many calories are in a Full Rack of Ribs at Chili's?

A Full Rack of Ribs at Chili's has 2160 calories and 136g of protein. This is from the official Chili's nutrition information and can vary slightly with customizations.

What is the lowest-calorie item at Chili's?

The lowest-calorie item on the Chili's menu is the Sauce Options (4oz) at 30 calories (Sides & Sauces). Calorie counts come from official Chili's nutrition data.

What is the highest-protein item at Chili's?

The Full Rack of Ribs is the highest-protein item at Chili's, with 136g of protein and 2160 calories. Use our nutrition table above to compare every menu item.

Sources

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Prices and customer sentiment sourced from the official Chili's website, nutrition guide, and public reviews. Source: Chili's official ordering menu for six restaurants, read 2026-10-23. Price is the highest of the six markets checked (OK, TX, CA, NY, IL, FL).