I love this Rotel Dip recipe because this is my favorite dip recipe to make Rotel Dip easily at home using the crockpot. This recipe is great to double and feed a crowd or store it in the fridge to snack on. This Rotel recipe is smoothly cheesy with a little spicy kick.

Easy CheesY Rotel Dip Recipe

Whether you are looking for an easy party appetizer recipe, or a cheesy afternoon snack, this Rotel dip is tasty and perfect easy recipe with just the right amount of zing and can be made ahead and served in the slow cooker. There are a lot of Rotel dip recipes out there, but this is the best because:

• Recipe includes ground beef
• Can be made quickly (and last minute notice!)
• Recipe contains common pantry ingredients
• Can be made and served in crock pot

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What is Rotel Dip?

Rotel dip is a delicious and easy dip recipe that is similar to Queso dip. It is a combination of a can of Rotel tomatoes, cheese and meat. It is addictive and usually served with tortilla chips.

You can buy Rotel in cans at your grocery store in the canned tomato aisle. Rotel is a very common ingredient here in Texas and is described as:

“The original Texas family recipe – made with signature blend of vine-ripened tomatoes and zesty green chiles and a savory mixture of secret spices.”

–Rotel, Original Rotel product

This Rotel cheese dip recipe is so easy, it is a great way to celebrate even not-so-special occasions!

I dare you to just eat a little.

Easy Rotel Dip Ingredients

Rotel dip is made out of 4 simple ingredients that you most likely already have in your fridge and pantry. This makes it he perfect last minute Game Day recipe for the big game.

• 1 pound lean ground beef
• 1 (10 oz) can Rotel Tomatoes & Green chilies, Original, undrained
• 1 (16 oz) package Velveeta cheese, Cubed
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning

How to Make Rotel Cheese Dip in the Crockpot

I love slow cooker recipes, like this Rotel dip recipe–it’s so easy! Once you have browned the beef, just throw everything into the crockpot, and let it simmer away during a party or game on low heat. You can also make this recipe ahead of time.

Step 1 – Rotel Dip

Our only stove top step: In a large skillet over a medium-high heat brown ground beef.

Drain off excess fat from the browned ground beef.

Step 2 – Rotel Dip

Cut cheese into 1 inch cubes.

Step 3 – Rotel Dip

Add cooked ground beef and cheese to crockpot.

Step 4 – Rotel Dip

Sprinkle on taco seasoning.

Step 5 – Rotel Dip

Pour Rotel tomatoes over it and stir to combine.

Step 6 – Rotel Dip

Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, or until cheese is hot and melted.

Step 7 – Rotel Dip

Turn down the crockpot to warm setting and serve the cheesy dip.

How Long Does Rotel Dip Last in the Fridge? 

If you decide to use meat in your Rotel dip, it can last up to three days refrigerated in an airtight container. If you make it without meat, it can last for four days.

Although, I wouldn’t refrigerate anything that has been sitting out with people dipping into it. Toss that to be safe! 

Rotel Recipe Ideas

Take your Rotel a step further and use it in some of these yummy recipes! 

• Rotel Nachos are so easy: Just add Rotel as the topping in your basic nachos recipe. 
• Make Rotel Taco Soup: Rotel can either be mixed into your favorite taco soup recipe, or used as a topping! 
• Up your chili game with Rotel Chili: This one is delicious for Game Day! Either mix Rotel into your chili recipe, or use it as a chili topping.  

Is Rotel Vegan or Vegetarian? 

• You can make vegan Rotel dip if you eliminate the meat and standard cheese.
• Instead, opt for a vegan beef crumble substitute, like Beyond Meat’s meatless “beef” crumble. There isn’t a vegan Velveeta option, but there are tons of recipes out there to make your own out of nuts.
• For a vegetarian Rotel dip, just omit the meat. I have substituted black beans instead of meat with tasty results.

How Can I Make Gluten Free Rotel Dip? 

Rotel is already gluten free–it is just cheese, meat, and tomatoes. I always double check the labels on any processed ingredients, though, to check for cross contamination. 

If you are making gluten free Rotel, be careful when it comes to what you choose to dip in your Rotel:

• Fresh veggies, gluten free corn chips, and gluten free crackers are great, safe choices! 
• Make sure you have a separate bowl of dip and items to dip, if you are hosting and have someone with gluten allergies attending, because even a tiny crumb can make them ill. You can even put a cute little sign or label nearby stating that it is gluten free, to keep everyone aware!

Yield: Serves 12

Rotel Dip

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This yummy Rotel dip is perfect for parties, or even just for a snack!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 2 hours

Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes, Original, undrained
• 1 (16 oz) package Velveeta cheese, Cubed
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning

Instructions

1. In a skillet over a medium-high heat brown ground beef.
2. Cut cheese into 1 inch cubes.
3. Add ground beef and cheese to crockpot.
4. Sprinkle on taco seasoning.
5. Pour Rotel tomatoes over it and stir to combine.
6. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours, or until cheese is hot and melted.
7. Turn down the crockpot to warm and serve.

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• Be the Game Day hero with 5 quick and easy game winning appetizers.
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• Ring in the new year with 15 New Year’s Eve snacks for kids. 
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• These fancy appetizers are perfect for a party, or just a lazy Sunday at home! 

What did you think of the Rotel dip recipe?  Was it super yummy?