Description
Make a comforting rotel dip with ground beef crockpot in minutes. Perfect for game day, parties, or a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 medium onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Optional: 1 cup corn kernels or 1 cup black beans for extra texture
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
- Transfer to Crockpot: Place the browned beef and sautéed onions/garlic into the crockpot.
- Add Rotel and Spices: Pour the entire can of Rotel (including the liquid) over the beef. Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Optional Add‑Ins: If you like corn or beans, fold them in now.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or on high for 2–3 hours. The flavors meld beautifully, and the beef stays tender.
- Finish with Cheese: About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack over the top. Replace the lid and let the cheese melt.
- Stir in Sour Cream: Once the cheese is melted, stir in the sour cream until the dip is creamy and smooth.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro. Serve hot with tortilla chips, sliced baguette, or even over a bed of rice.
Notes
- Choose the Right Beef: An 80% lean cut balances flavor and moisture without becoming dry.
- Don’t Skip the Onion: It adds depth; sauté it until golden for extra sweetness.
- Adjust Heat: If you prefer a milder dip, reduce or omit cayenne pepper.
- Cheese Choice: Cheddar gives sharpness, while Monterey Jack melts smoothly—both are essential.
- Stir Occasionally: If your crockpot has a “stir” setting, use it to keep the mixture from sticking.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: rotel dip with ground beef crockpot