Easy Rotel Dip in the Slow Cooker
Grab your favorite bag of chips and enjoy this Easy Rotel Dip in the Slow Cooker for your next appetizer, holiday, or game day! Add some ground beef with a blend of cream cheese, cheddar, and Monterey Jack, and you have a Velveeta-free option with plenty of sharp, tangy flavor. The slow cooker melts the cheese perfectly for hearty, scoopable bites!
Servings 8
Calories 268kcal
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef cooked and drained
- 1 10 oz can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chiles, undrained)
- 1 8 oz block cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- ½ cup sour cream optional, for smoother texture
- 1 teaspoon chili powder or taco seasoning optional, to boost flavor
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, then drain excess grease
- Add cooked meat, Rotel, cream cheese, cheddar, Monterey Jack, and chili powder or taco seasoning to slow cooker
- Cover and cook on low for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until cheese is fully melted and smooth
- Stir in sour cream just before serving if you’d like a creamier texture, and add salt to taste
- Keep on warm during serving, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking
Notes
- Store leftover Rotel dip in a sealed container in the fridge for 2-3 days, and avoid freezing.
- Reheat on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave in short intervals, adding a splash of milk and stirring throughout.
- For extra heat, use a hot Rotel or add diced jalapeños.
- Shred cheese from the block when possible for smoother melting.
- If the Rotel dip is too thick, thin it with a splash of milk or chicken broth.
- For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey for ground beef.
- Cook on low heat to prevent burning or grainy cheese.
- Stir occasionally during cooking to avoid burning around the edges.
Nutrition
Calories: 268kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 301mg | Fiber: 0.004g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 356IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 326mg | Iron: 1mg