Holy cow is this amazing! Hands down, this Velveeta Queso Dip is easy to make and delicious. A popular Tex-Mex favorite, it's rich and velvety. This creamy, zesty appetizer is flavor packed with tomatoes, onion, garlic, jalapeños, salsa and cheese!
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Veveeta queso dip
When it comes to tailgating, queso has always been a favorite of mine. I love it becaus eyou can easily make it ahead of time and just put it in the crockpot until you'd ready to serve. Family and friends always request it too. It's great for tailgating, movie night and hanging out with friends!
Ingredients you’ll need
For the exact measurements for the classic velveeta queso, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
- Velveeta Cheese - creamy cheese and melty. Exchange cream cheese for the processed cheese if you prefer.
- onion, tomatoes, garlic, jalapeños and salsa - loads of fresh ingredients give it plenty of crunch - no salsa? Use Rotel tomatoes and green chiles.
- mushroom soup, green chilis - easy pantry ingredients. The mushroom soup will add to the creaminess and canned green chilies give it plenty of authentic flavor.
Creative variations to try
Make it even easier by substitute a can of Rotel with chiles for the salsa and jalapeños.
Brown ground beef or ground turkey, season with taco seasoning and add to the cheese dip. Spicy sausage would be tasty as well!
Use queso blanco (white cheese) and turn this dip into Velveeta Queso Blonco Dip!
Step-by-step instructions
This is an overview of the instructions for the cheesy rotel dip. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!
- Chop the vegetables and sauté. Add the garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Then add the cheese , soup, salsa and chilis. Stir to combine until the cheese is melted.
- Finish with diced tomatoes and minced jalapeños..
Frequently asked questions (FAQ’s)
Without a doubt Velveeta is the first choice for this recipe. It's a great melting cheese. It creams together with the ingredients and it's my first choice for this recipe
A small crock pot or slow cooker on the buffet table will keep the dip warm thru-out the entire game. Or keep it on the stove with small bowls handy so everyone can dip their own. Either way works!
Allow the Velveeta Cheese Dip to cool completely, cover and refrigerate. Leftovers will last three days. That is if they don't get eaten sooner!
Deb's top tips
The Velveeta Queso Dip can be made in the slow cooker. Add the ingredients and set on low, cook for two hours. Stir it occasionally to mix everything together and to keep it smooth and velvety. After two hours, turn on low and top with tomatoes and minced jalapeños.
- Learn all about how long queso lasts in the fridge here.
Storage
Refrigerator - Allow to leftover dip to cool completely to room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated up to three days.
Freezer - Freeze up to three months.
Reheat - Thaw overnight, reheat in the oven, microwave or crock pot.
Related recipes
- Leftover cheese sauce (if there is any) is amazing over Buffalo Wild Wings Chicken Nachos!
- Or completely repurpose the meal by making Queso Chicken Enchiladas! or Chicken Queso Spaghetti, both are great recipes!
- Another idea? Mac 'n Cheese - spicy and so delicious! Boil the noodles and top them with queso and mix to combine. In fact this is so good, you might even need to double the recipe so you'll be sure to enough leftover queso!
Serve with
Be sure to have plenty of tortilla chips, Frito corn chips and fresh vegetables like red and green bell peppers, and green onions on hand for dipping!
Here are more make-ahead appetizers to get you out of the kitchen and in front of the TV to watch the game!
I can't wait to hear your thoughts! Let me know what you think of this cheesy queso! Don't forget to come back and let me know what you think!
Queso Dip Recipe
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
Ingredients
- 16 oz. Velveeta Cheese block
- 1 yellow onion finely chopped
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 clove of garlic minced
- 1 cup salsa jarred or fresh, either will work!
- 10 ½ oz. cream of mushroom soup
- 4 oz can green chilis
- 1 tablespoon jalepenos minced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Dice the onion and mince the garlic.
- Place a large sauce pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil & chopped onion. Saute for about 3-4 minutes until they just begin to soften. Add the garlic. Saute for another minute until the garlic becomes fragrant.
- Cube the Velveeta cheese.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Stir until the Velveeta cheese is melted and all of the ingredients are well combined and heated through.
- Garnish with chopped tomatoes, jalapenos or cilantro and serve with tortilla chips. Enjoy!
Notes
- Add ingredients to the slow cooker. Cover and turn to low heat.
- Cook until hot and bubbly.
- Garnish and reduce to warm setting. Enjoy with your favorite chips!
Lois says
A great dip everyone will like it. Yum!!!!! Will be making it again this weekend.
Debra Clark says
Awesome, sounds like the start to a great party!
Hazel Hayes says
I made queso dip with ground turkey, rotel, and Velveeta chesse with a small amount Mexican 2% cheese. I used mission protein super soft tortilla wraps. I toasted them in. the oven, and broke in pieces and dip them in sauce. AMAZING.
Bowl Me Over says
That does sound amazing Hazel - when does the party start? 😀
ukuze says
This food looks amazingly delicious. will try it soon thanks for sharing such a amazing recipe.
Bowl Me Over says
You are so welcome, I appreciate you stopping by - come back and let me know what you think!! Have a great day!
Jillian @ Food, Folks and Fun says
I LOVE queso dips. This recipe is perfect for tailgating!
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks Jillian - I hope you give it a try!
Sarah says
I would so sacrifice any diet with a bowl of chips and this dip! I don't watch football, but I feel like I should get into it just so I could make this and invite friends over. Love it.
Bowl Me Over says
There ya go! Well if you do get into football, make sure you root for the Green Bay Packers! 😉
Meggan | Culinary Hill says
Oh man, this looks INCREDIBLE! I'll take the entire bowl, please!
Bowl Me Over says
One bowl coming up Meggan - enjoy!! 😀
Katerina says
Perfect to entertain your guests! Creamy and cheesy!
Bowl Me Over says
Easy entertaining is the best!
Jennifer says
Queso dip is definitely a fall favorite!
Bowl Me Over says
Enjoy Jennifer!!!
Bowl Me Over says
Debi @ Life Currents says
The beginning of your post cracks me up! This would be perfect for tailgating! Yum! I've never tried making cheese dip with mushroom soup like this. Now I need to try it; I bet it's nice and creamy!
Bowl Me Over says
Creamy, yummy and hard to have just one! Your comments about the post crack me up 😀
Mary says
This is a perfect dip for watching football with friends! I can't wait to give it a try, looks delicious. Thanks.
Bowl Me Over says
Thanks Mary!
Manila Spoon (Abby) says
Wow! That queso dip looks so delicious and I wish I have some chips, fries or something to dip in it right now, Perfect for game day!
Bowl Me Over says
Fries....now you're talking!
Diane says
Of course I had to look! And once I did....I saw next weeks football game dip! This looks like something the boys will love! Looks delicious and simple. Perfect!
Bowl Me Over says
Hahaha too funny Diane!! Hope your boys enjoy the dip!
Alli @ Tornadough Alli says
Oh my, this seriously looks to die for. Cheese is one of my favorite things ever, but this oh man this I need for sure. Can't wait to attempt this! I'd love for you to come link up with us over at Throwback Thursday link party!
Bowl Me Over says
Thank you so much Alli! I missed you this week, but will definitely head over this Thursday to link up. Thanks for the invite!
KC the Kitchen Chopper says
Cheese! Cheese is the Answer! 🙂
Bowl Me Over says
So true KC!!!
Jessica (Savory Experiments) says
You had me at CHEESE!!!!!! My family and I LOVE cheese dips!
Bowl Me Over says
Ch yes - cheese rocks! 😀