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Slow Cooker Rotel Dip

This Slow Cooker Rotel Dip is the perfect mix of spicy and creamy! A favorite tailgate dip with only 3 ingredients!

a white bowl filled with rotel dip with tortilla chips beside it

Slow Cooker Rotel Dip combines melted cheese, spicy Rotel tomatoes, and savory sausage, making it the ultimate party food for football games.

It’s spicy and hearty and takes almost no time to put together! You will find people hovered over the slow cooker, getting scoop after scoop of this popular cheese dip.

It’s sooo addictive and requires simple ingredients! We love to serve it year-round and at holiday gatherings, and we always get specific requests for it.

Let your slow cooker do the work so you have free time to hang out with friends on any game day!

What Ingredients Do You Need for Rotel Dip?

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 can of Rotel with green chilies, undrained
  • 32 oz. velveeta (obviously I go for the store brand since I’m cheapo)

a can of rotel, block of velveeta and log of ground beef on the counter

How to Make Rotel Dip in Slow Cooker?

The only real hands-on part of this dip is you have to cook your ground beef. Just cook it in a frying pan until it’s no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes

Cube your Velveeta cheese into smaller pieces.

Then add everything to your slow cooker. Cook on high heat for about 2-3 hours.

slow cooker bowl with cubed velveeta, a can of rotel and cooked ground beef

This dip recipe actually lets you break the cardinal rule of slow cookers and allows you to remove the lid every once in a while to stir the ingredients together.

You don’t want the cheese to burn, so as it melts you need to stir everything together occasionally.

Once it’s all melted and heated through, it’s ready to serve and enjoy!

You can also store this in an airtight container to enjoy later.

This is best enjoyed appetizer recipes with tortilla chips or corn chips but I’ve even made it with celery sticks and carrots too!

a tortilla chip with a scoop of rotel dip

Tips to Making Rotel Dip:

  • If you like your food extra spicy, you can add two cans of Rotel tomatoes with green chilies. It won’t be quite as thick, but it will be spicy and delicious appetizer for parties!
  • As your dip sits, it will thicken up quite a bit. You can either keep your slow cooker on warm or add about 1/2 cup of milk and stir into it to thin it out.
  • You can substitute 1 pound of ground sausage in place of the ground beef if you want.
  • Feel free to add seasonings if you want extra flavor. Garlic powder would be great with this!

a white bowl filled with rotel dip

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Slow Cooker Rotel Dip

This Slow Cooker Rotel Dip is the perfect mix of spicy and creamy! A favorite tailgate dip with only 3 ingredients!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time2 hours 15 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: slow cooker rotel dip
Servings: 12
Calories: 264kcal
Author: The Endless Appetite

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. Ground Beef
  • 10 oz. Rotel with green chilies
  • 32 oz. Velveeta

Instructions

  • In a skillet, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Drain fat.
  • Cut velveeta into 2" cubes.
  • Add cubed velveeta, cooked ground beef and can of Rotel to a slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 264kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 59mg | Sodium: 1224mg | Potassium: 363mg | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 742IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 441mg | Iron: 1mg

FAQs

How long does it take to cook Rotel in a crock pot?

Cooking Rotel in a crock pot typically takes 2-3 hours on the low or 1-2 hours on the high setting. The exact time can vary depending on your specific crock pot and the ingredients used.

Regularly check for desired consistency and heat to ensure it doesn’t overcook. This method is often used for dishes like Velveeta Rotel dip slow cooker, making it a convenient and easy option for parties.

How to make Rotel dip in a crock pot?

Combine 32 oz of Velveeta cheese (cubed) and 2 cans of Rotel tomatoes (undrained) to make Rotel dip in a crock pot. Add cooked ground beef or sausage if desired.

Set your crock pot to low and cook for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally until the cheese is fully melted and the ingredients are well combined. This crockpot Rotel dip is a favorite at gatherings and is easy to prepare.

How much Rotel for 32 oz Velveeta?

For 32 oz of Velveeta cheese, you typically need 2 cans of Rotel tomatoes. This ratio ensures a perfect balance of creamy cheese and spicy tomatoes.

You can adjust the amount of Rotel to your taste preference. This combination is perfect for making a delicious Rotel dip crock pot recipe that is flavorful and easy to prepare for any event.

How to thicken Rotel dip?

To thicken Rotel dip, you can add a bit of cornstarch or flour. Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to form a slurry, then stir it into the dip.

Cook for a few more minutes until the dip thickens to your desired consistency. This method works well for recipes like Rotel hamburger dip crock pot, ensuring a rich and creamy texture.

In conclusion,this slow cooker Rotel cheese dip is the perfect party dish and cheesy appetizer recipes! It is easy to make with basic ingredients and can be served with a variety of dippers. So next time you are planning a party for appetizer for game days, be sure to give this yummy appetizers dish a try!

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The Endless Appetite Team is passionate about creating delicious, approachable recipes for busy home cooks. From quick weeknight dinners to easy desserts and seasonal favorites, we test, taste, and share recipes designed to make everyday cooking simpler and more enjoyable. Our goal is to help you discover new family-friendly dishes, clever kitchen tips, and inspiration to keep your menu fresh and exciting.

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