Chipotle queso is a processed cheese product made by melting a blend of pasteurized prepared Mexican-style cheese with cream, water, diced roasted green chiles, modified food starch, and seasonings, then canning it for shelf stability. The ingredient list on retail packaging lists pasteurized milk, cheese cultures, cream, modified food starch as a thickener, and salt and spice solids, which combine into the smooth, mild dip served in restaurants. This breakdown details the main components, sourcing notes where available, and how the queso fits into Chipotle's menu for customers who can or cannot consume dairy.
