Cheesy Rotel Ranch Queso
A creamy and zesty cheese dip made with Velveeta, Rotel tomatoes, and ranch seasoning. This quick and flavorful queso is perfect for parties, game day, or casual snacking.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8–10 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes with green chiles, undrained
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
½ cup milk (optional, for thinning)
2 Tbsp chopped green onions (plus extra for garnish)
Optional: jalapeños or hot sauce to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt Velveeta cubes until smooth, stirring frequently.
- Stir in the entire can of Rotel (including liquid) and ranch seasoning until fully combined.
- If desired, stir in milk a little at a time to reach your preferred dip consistency.
- Add chopped green onions and optional jalapeños or hot sauce for extra flavor and heat.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with more green onions, and serve warm with chips, crackers, or veggies.
Notes
Add cooked ground beef, sausage, or shredded chicken for a heartier dip.
Use cheddar, pepper jack, or Monterey Jack to change the cheese flavor profile.
Try adding taco seasoning or cumin for a Tex-Mex twist.
For easy prep, make it in a slow cooker on low for 1–2 hours.
To reheat, use low heat on the stove or microwave in short bursts, stirring often.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10th of recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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