Description
This Irresistible Rotel Dip Recipe is a crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex appetizer that combines the zesty flavors of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies with creamy Velveeta cheese. Perfect for parties or game day gatherings, this easy-to-make dip is sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef or sausage
- 1 (10-ounce) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies (undrained)
- 1 (16-ounce) block Velveeta cheese (cubed)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef or sausage until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
- Melt the Cheese: Reduce heat to low and add the can of Rotel (with juices) and cubed Velveeta cheese to the skillet. Stir frequently until the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy, about 5–7 minutes.
- Season and Serve: If using, stir in garlic powder and onion powder for added flavor. Transfer to a serving bowl or slow cooker set to warm. Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired. Serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, use hot Rotel or add a dash of hot sauce.
- To keep warm for a party, serve from a mini slow cooker.
- This dip also works great with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
