Cheesy Rotel Ranch Queso Recipe
A creamy and flavorful Cheesy Rotel Ranch Queso made with Velveeta, Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, cream cheese, and ranch seasoning. This easy dip can be customized with ground beef or sausage for added heartiness, perfect for parties or game day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies (mild or spicy)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup milk or heavy cream (adjust as needed)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Optional Ingredients
- ½ lb ground beef or sausage
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Meat (If Using): In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or sausage until fully cooked. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Melt the Cheese: In a large saucepan or slow cooker, add the cubed Velveeta and cream cheese. Heat on low, stirring occasionally, until fully melted and smooth.
- Mix in Rotel & Seasoning: Stir in the Rotel tomatoes with their juices, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to combine all flavors.
- Adjust the Consistency: Slowly add milk or heavy cream until the queso reaches your preferred thickness. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Combine & Heat: If using cooked meat, add it to the queso mixture. Continue heating for a few more minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend the flavors well.
- Serve & Enjoy: Pour the queso into a serving bowl or keep warm in a slow cooker on the “warm” setting. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired. Serve hot with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness by choosing mild or spicy Rotel tomatoes.
- For a thinner consistency, add more milk or cream gradually.
- To keep the queso warm during a party, use a slow cooker on the warm setting.
- Garnishing with fresh herbs adds a fresh touch and color contrast.
- Ground beef or sausage is optional but adds a hearty, savory element to the dip.
Keywords: Cheesy queso dip, Rotel queso, ranch seasoning queso, party dip, game day recipe, creamy cheese dip
Find it online: https://cookedbycleo.com/cheesy-rotel-ranch-queso-recipe/
