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An extreme close-up of thick, cheesy slow cooker Rotel dip, highlighting the creamy texture and bits of tomato and green chilies.

Crockpot Rotel Dip: The Ultimate Cheesy Party Appetizer

This Crockpot Rotel Dip is the ultimate party appetizer! Made with just 3 simple ingredients like Velveeta, ground beef, and Rotel, this cheesy, flavorful dip is effortlessly prepared in your slow cooker for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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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: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 32 oz Velveeta cheese cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 cans Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies (10 oz each) undrained

Equipment

  • 1 Slow Cooker (Crockpot) A 4-quart slow cooker is ideal.
  • 1 Skillet For browning the ground beef.

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain any excess grease from the skillet.
  2. Transfer the cooked ground beef to the slow cooker. Add the cubed Velveeta cheese and both cans of undrained Rotel tomatoes.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 2-3 hours or on HIGH for 1-1.5 hours. Stir every 30-45 minutes to combine the ingredients as the cheese melts.
  4. Once the dip is fully melted, smooth, and hot, turn the slow cooker to the WARM setting. Serve directly from the crockpot with your favorite chips, crackers, or vegetables.

Notes

For a spicier dip: use Hot Rotel or add a chopped jalapeño.
For a creamier dip: add an 8 oz block of cream cheese with the other ingredients.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.