Description
A creamy, cheesy slow cooker chili con queso dip perfect for parties and cozy nights in, blending Velveeta, cream cheese, evaporated milk, and spicy chilies for a smooth, flavorful dip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes & green chilies, drained partially
- 1/2 lb ground beef, cooked and drained (optional)
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- A handful fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp lime juice (optional)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown 1/2 lb ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
- Add 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion, 1 small chopped jalapeño (if using), and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet. Cook until onions soften and fragrant, about 4-5 minutes.
- Set slow cooker to low and add the browned meat and aromatics.
- Add cubed Velveeta cheese and softened cream cheese to the slow cooker along with evaporated milk. Stir gently to combine.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and partially drained Rotel diced tomatoes & green chilies.
- Cover and cook on low for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring every 20-30 minutes until cheese is melted and dip is smooth and creamy.
- Stir in lime juice and chopped cilantro. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or preferred dippers.
Notes
If dip is too thick, add more evaporated milk or cream to loosen. If too thin, cook uncovered a few more minutes to thicken. Stir gently and occasionally to prevent cheese from separating or burning. For vegetarian version, omit ground beef and add beans or extra veggies. Can be made on stovetop using low heat and frequent stirring if no slow cooker is available.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60 ml)
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 7
Keywords: chili con queso, slow cooker dip, creamy cheese dip, party dip, Velveeta dip, easy appetizer, game day recipe