Looking for an easy Rotel dip recipe for your next party or get-together? This super-simple 4 ingredient Rotel cheese dip can be made either in a skillet or in a slow cooker. Great for watch parties, tailgating, or your next event with friends.
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If you love a great hot dip recipe then this Rotel dip recipe is a must-make! Made with ground beef, this cheese dip recipe is hearty and filling. It’s great for serving with tortilla or corn chips, pretzels, pita chips and more.
What do I need to make a Rotel dip recipe?
- Ground Beef – I recommend using a lean 90/10 beef. You can also substitute mild, spicy or Italian sausage instead of beef.
- Rotel – Rotel is canned, diced tomatoes with green chilies. You can use original (pictured above), mild or hot.
- Velveeta – to be clear, this isn’t actually cheese. Velveeta is a shelf-stable processed cheese product. If you would prefer to use other cheeses, I would recommend cream cheese along with another shredded cheese, like Colby Jack, Monterrey Jack or Cheddar.
- Hot Sauce – I like Frank’s Hot Sauce, but you can use any hot sauce you prefer.
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How do I make Rotel dip in a skillet?
Making Rotel cheese dip in a skillet is a very simple process. Begin by browning ground beef, draining off the excess fat that is rendered.
To the browned ground beef, add in the Velveeta, Rotel with the juice, and the hot sauce. Heat over medium low heat, stirring often. The mixture will begin to melt together.
Once the Velveeta has completely melted together with the rest of the ingredients, the dip is ready to serve.
How do I make Rotel dip in a crock pot?
Making Rotel cheese dip in a crock pot is a very simple process. Start by browning the ground beef in a skillet, draining off the excess fat.
To your Crock Pot or slow cooker, add the browned ground beef, Rotel with the juice, Velveeta and hot sauce. Set the slow cooker to low heat for approximately 2 hours. Stir often to incorporate the ingredients so they are melting together evenly.
The dip is done and ready to serve when the Velveeta has completely melted and is combined with the rest of the ingredients. The dip can be served and kept warm directly from the Crock Pot.
Dip Add-In’s, Substitutions and Recommendations:
- Diced Jalapeno – if you love a little extra spice, try adding a diced jalapeno to the dip.
- Taco Seasoning – love Mexican flavors? Try adding a packet of your favorite taco seasoning. This will add extra flavor and spice to each bite.
- Salsa Verde – substitute the Rotel with a jar of Salsa Verde. This will change the flavor profile, and give you a more mild, yet flavorful dip.
What can I serve with Rotel cheese dip?
Here’s a list of ideas that are great to serve with this hot dip recipe:
- Tortilla chips – anything that isn’t a thin chip. You’ll want thicker chips that can stand up to this thick, cheesy dip. Scoops tortilla chips, like blue or yellow tortilla chips are great.
- Corn chips
- Pita chips
- Pretzels & pretzel chips
- Crackers
- Crunchy carrots, celery and bell peppers
Frequently asked questions about making Rotel dip:
Yes, Rotel dip can definitely be made in a slow cooker or crock pot. Simply add the browned ground beef, along with the Velveeta, Rotel and hot sauce to a slow cooker. Set the temperature to low heat and stir often until all ingredients are melted together.
Instead of Velveeta you can substitute cream cheese (2, 8 oz. pkgs.), and/or a combination of cream cheese and shredded Colby Jack cheese. Heat over low heat until all are melted together.
Yes, you can substitute mild, spicy or Italian sausage as a substitute for ground beef.
The best way to keep your dip hot for serving is to keep in in a crock pot or slow cooker. Set the temperature to low and stir often.
Rotel dip can be reheated either in the microwave or in a skillet. Reheat in the microwave on 50% power on 1 minute increments, stopping to stir until it is fully warmed through. To reheat in a skillet, heat over medium-low heat, stirring often until fully heated through.
Need some other party food ideas? Check out these other delicious recipes for a get-together with friends:
- Healthy Buffalo Chicken Dip
- Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders
- Italian Sliders
- Parmesan Mozzarella Meatball Sliders
- Philly Cheesesteak Sliders
- Pepperoni Pizza Sliders
- Sheet Pan Steak Nachos
- Mexican Beef and Rice Skillet
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Rotel Dip with Ground Beef and Velveeta
Equipment
- Large Skillet This large Anolon 12" Skillet is ideal for cheesy dip recipes as well as one-pan meals!
- Slow Cooker My Cuisinart Slow Cooker / Multi-Cooker is on of my favorite appliances!
- Small Dip-Sized Crock Pot Great for serving dips and other hot appetizers at parties.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef browned and drained
- 1 (10 oz. can) Rotel diced tomatoes with chilies, with juice mild or hot
- 1 (16 oz. box) Velveeta processed cheese
- 2 Tablespoons hot sauce like Frank's or Cholula
Instructions
- In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain off any excess fat that has rendered. Return the drained beef to the skillet.
- To the beef, add in the Rotel tomatoes with the juice, Velveeta and hot sauce. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring often with a rubber scraper for approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Once all the cheese has completely melted, the dip is ready to be served. Can be served right out of the skillet or kept warm in a slow cooker.
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