Description
This creamy, cheesy queso dip is a perfect copy of the famous Chili’s version, and it’s so easy to make in the slow cooker! With Velveeta cheese, no-bean chili, and a blend of spices, this dip is a crowd-pleaser for game days, parties, or any occasion. Serve with tortilla chips for an irresistible snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 32 ounces Velveeta cheese, chopped into chunks
- 2 (15-ounce) cans no-bean chili (e.g., Wolf brand or Hormel)
- 2 cups whole milk
- 6 tablespoons lime juice (juice from 3 limes)
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
- Optional garnishes: chopped onions, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
Slow Cooker Method:
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped Velveeta, chili, milk, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper to a slow cooker.
- Cook: Set the slow cooker to high heat and cook for 1 hour, stirring halfway through. Alternatively, cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring halfway through.
- Serve: Once the cheese is fully melted and the ingredients are combined, serve with tortilla chips and optional garnishes like chopped onions, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Stove Top Method:
- Combine Ingredients: Add the chopped Velveeta, chili, milk, lime juice, chili powder, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper to a large pot.
- Cook: Heat over low, stirring frequently until the cheese is fully melted and the dip is smooth.
- Serve: Serve warm with tortilla chips and optional garnishes such as chopped onions, cilantro, and lime wedges.
Notes
- This dip reheats easily in the microwave, on the stove, or in the slow cooker.
- Wolf brand no-bean chili is recommended for the best flavor, but other brands like Hormel also work well.
- Letting the queso sit longer in the slow cooker enhances the flavor as the ingredients meld together.
- Enjoy this addictive and creamy queso dip, perfect for game day or any party!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 45mg