Creamy, cheesy Rotel dip is incredibly easy to make with only 3 ingredients and 15 minutes on the stovetop! Pair with crisp tortilla chips or vegetables for a delicious appetizer ready in the snap of a finger.
Why this recipe works
Rotel Dip is made with three simple ingredients. Ground beef, Velveeta cheese, and the star of the show – Rotel tomatoes with green chiles. Add the browned beef to a skillet with the cubed cheese and tomatoes and let it bubble and melt until it’s creamy and ready to scarf down. It’s that easy.
Dips are our go-to appetizer for every occasion. From buffalo chicken dip to crockpot cheese dip and everything in between, no one can seem to get enough! This cheesy Rotel dip fits snuggly into our arsenal of easy party dips that we make over and over again.
Ingredients you will need
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Ingredient Info and Substitution Suggestions
MEAT – We love ground beef in this recipe, but it also tastes delicious with hot/spicy ground sausage.
TOMATOES – You will need Rotel tomatoes for this recipe, just as the name states. We use the kind with green chiles, but feel free to substitute it with the kind that has habaneros if you like it spicy!
ADDITIONS – This dip leaves a ton of room for customization. If desired, you can add additional green chiles, diced jalapenos, or seasonings.
How to Make Rotel Dip
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- In a large pan or skillet, fully cook ground beef on medium heat, and drain the fat.
- Add in cubed Velveeta and can of Rotel and mix until melted.
EXPERT TIP – If using a cast iron skillet you can lower the heat to medium-low for this step or stir constantly to ensure it does not stick.
- Remove from heat and serve with tortilla chips.
Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips
Yes, absolutely. Brown the ground beef in a skillet then add it to a small crockpot with the Rotel tomatoes and cubed Velveeta cheese. Cook on low for 2 – 2 1/2 hours or until the Velveeta is completely melted, stirring every now and then. Once the dip is melted in the crockpot turn it down to the warm setting. Making Rotel dip in the slow cooker is perfect for transporting to parties or for keeping warm for long periods of time.Â
Rotel dip is best served right away because it hardens as it sits, but if you happen to have leftovers you can store it in an air-tight container kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat slowly on the stovetop, stirring often.
Yes, you can easily add cream cheese to this dip. Cube an 8-ounce block of cream cheese and add it in with the other ingredients in the skillet.
Serving Suggestions
Serve Rotel dip warm, right away for best results. As the dip sits, it begins to harden. Storing it in a crockpot on the warm setting is ideal if you are transporting it. Serve with tortilla chips, celery, carrot sticks, or crackers and garnish with fresh chopped parsley. Enjoy!
More Party Dip Recipes
- Beer Cheese Dip
- Million Dollar Dip
- Smoked Queso Dip
- Jalapeno Popper Dip
- Philly Cheesesteak Dip
- Black Bean Dip
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Rotel Dip
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Print It Rate ItIngredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese 1 block, cubed
- 10 ounces Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
- chopped parsley optional as garnish
Things You’ll Need
Before You Begin
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet then add it to a small crockpot with the Rotel tomatoes and cubed Velveeta cheese. Cook on low for 2 – 2 1/2 hours or until the Velveeta is completely melted, stirring every now and then. Once the dip is melted in the crockpot turn it down to the warm setting. Making Rotel dip in the slow cooker is perfect for transporting to parties or for keeping warm for long periods of time.Â
Instructions
- In a large pan or skillet, fully cook ground beef on medium heat, and drain the fat.
- Add in cubed Velveeta and can of Rotel and mix until melted. Note: if using a cast iron skillet you can lower the heat to medium-low for this step or stir constantly to ensure it does not stick.
- Remove from heat and serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition
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Norma Cotter says
I have made this many, many times but I have never put ground meat in it. gotta try this one
Nikki says
Make sure you season the meat before adding the rotel and velveeta. Any good taco seasoning will do the trick. Also add a chopped onion when browning the beef or pork. If you want to make it really hearty, throw in a can of refried beans.
Deborah says
This is really good with cooked pork sausage in it too. Makes me want some.