Description
This creamy, hearty dip is the ultimate party recipe. Made with just three main ingredients—Velveeta cheese, Rotel tomatoes, and ground beef—it comes together in under 20 minutes but tastes like a game-day classic. The rich, cheesy sauce clings perfectly to tortilla chips, while the beef makes it filling enough to double as a casual dinner. Whether you’re serving it at a potluck, holiday spread, or cozy night in, Rotel dip is guaranteed to disappear fast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 recommended)
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies (mild, original, or hot)
- 1 (16 oz) block Velveeta cheese, cubed
- Optional: garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, hot sauce, or jalapeños
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart into crumbles. Drain excess fat.
- Add the can of Rotel (including liquid) to the skillet and stir to combine with the beef.
- Add cubed Velveeta cheese. Stir continuously until fully melted and smooth, about 5–8 minutes.
- Taste and season with optional spices or hot sauce if desired.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, pretzels, or fresh vegetables. Keep warm in a slow cooker for best results.
Notes
- For extra richness, stir in 4 oz cream cheese.
- Add-ins like black beans, corn, or sausage can make this dip heartier.
- Always serve warm—this dip thickens as it cools.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg