Chili's skillet queso makes a comeback 2 months after being removed from the menu

Following a two-month absence and widespread disappointment from fans online, Chili's is reintroducing its popular appetizer, the skillet queso. In October, the chain replaced its long-time cheese dish with a new southwestern queso recipe, leaving many loyal customers unhappy. Now, Chili's has confirmed that the original skillet queso will make a comeback, though no exact date has been officially announced.

Chili's first hinted at the return on social media in late October, just weeks after launching the southwestern queso that temporarily replaced the skillet beef and white queso varieties.

When Will Skillet Queso Return?

Two social media posts suggest that Tuesday, December 9, could mark the return of the skillet queso. The first post, dated October 27, included the caption, "We tried to kill it, but you love the skillet," alongside a photo of the skillet beef queso. A follow-up post read, "You know what they say. If you love something, let it go. And then bring it back 63 days later," confirming the appetizer's imminent return.

What Replaced Skillet Queso?

Chili's introduced the southwestern queso in October, a blend of American and cheddar cheeses, green chiles, sweet onions, and a hint of lime. The chain described it as having a smooth texture with southwestern flavors, ideal for pairing with their tortilla chips. While the skillet beef queso will return, the white queso will not, though the southwestern version will remain on the menu.

Fans Celebrate the Return

The removal of skillet queso sparked a flood of reactions on social media, with fans expressing frustration over its absence. After the announcement of its comeback, the tone shifted to excitement and gratitude. Many fans shared comments like "MY PRAYERS HAVE BEEN ANSWERED" and "I just cried tears of joy."

Author: Ava Mitchell