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An extreme close-up of creamy Crockpot Rotel Dip, showing the thick texture with bits of sausage and green chilies.

Crockpot Rotel Dip (The Easiest, Creamiest Recipe!)

The ultimate party appetizer! This easy Crockpot Rotel Dip is incredibly creamy, loaded with savory sausage, Velveeta, and a kick of Ro-tel. The perfect slow cooker queso for game day or any gathering. So simple and delicious!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage You can use mild, medium, or hot.
  • 32 oz Velveeta cheese Cubed into 1-inch pieces.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Softened and cubed.
  • 2 10 oz cans Ro-tel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies Do not drain.
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker A 4-quart or larger slow cooker is recommended.
  • 1 Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Transfer the cooked sausage to the slow cooker. Add the cubed Velveeta, cubed cream cheese, undrained Ro-tel cans, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin.
  3. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on LOW for 2-3 hours or on HIGH for 1.5 hours, stirring every 30-45 minutes until the cheese is completely melted and the dip is smooth.
  4. Once melted, turn the slow cooker to the WARM setting. Serve hot with your favorite chips, crackers, or vegetables.

Notes

For easier cleanup, use a slow cooker liner.
Adjust the spice level by using hot sausage or a can of hot Ro-tel.
Leftover dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.