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Rotel Dip

This easy 3-ingredient Rotel Dip is cheesy, meaty, and ready in just 20 minutes. Made with ground beef, Velveeta, and a can of Rotel tomatoes, it's a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for game day, potlucks, and parties.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Servings: 12 servings
Author: Kristin Maxwell

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Lean ground beef like sirloin
  • 16 ounces Velveeta cubed
  • 10 ounces Rotel (canned tomatoes and green chiles)

Instructions

  • Add the ground beef to a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes.
  • While the beef cooks, cube the Velveeta into small pieces for easier melting.
  • Drain any grease from the cooked beef, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Add the cubed Velveeta and entire can of Rotel (including liquid) to the skillet. Stir together.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is fully melted and the dip is smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies.

Notes

  • Slow Cooker Version: Brown the meat on the stovetop, then transfer to a 3-quart slow cooker with the Velveeta and Rotel. Cook on low until melted, stirring occasionally. Keep on warm for serving.
  • Meat Swaps: Use spicy sausage for extra heat, or ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
  • Cheese Swap: Replace Velveeta with 8 oz cream cheese + 8 oz shredded cheddar if preferred.
  • Spice It Up: Add taco seasoning, chili powder, cayenne, or diced jalapeños for more heat. Use hot Rotel for an even spicier dip.
  • Keep It Mild: Use mild Rotel or drain some liquid from the can.
  • Too Thick? Stir in a splash of milk to thin the dip to your desired consistency.
  • Don't Drain the Rotel: The liquid adds flavor and keeps the dip creamy.
  • Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in a slow cooker.
  • Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 627mg | Potassium: 286mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 399IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 1mg

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