Enjoy this simple and tasty Slow Cooker Rotel Dip with sausage that's easy to make and is a go-to party appetizer. Just mix the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do the work for a cheesy, sausage-filled snack that's a time and time-again crowd favorite.
This creamy sausage dip with Velveeta cheese is an amazing Rotel dip recipe that uses simple ingredients to make an easy appetizer for game day or the next time you want to make a cheesy dip for a party.
More delicious dip recipes include this easy Hot Taco Dip and this White Queso Dip with sausage made in the Instant Pot. They're both only only delicious creamy dip options but either one is the perfect dip to bring to your next football party.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to Prepare: Just brown the sausage, combine it with cheese and Rotel, as well as the other ingredients, and then set it and forget it for a couple of hours. It really is an easy Rotel dip recipe.
- Crowd Pleaser: This Rotel cheese dip has a creamy consistency, is full of flavor, and is one of the easiest dips to make.
- Versatile: Perfect for game days, and parties, and makes a great comfort food.
One of the best things about this easy dip recipe is that you can swap out or add any toppings you want to this delicious dip.
Ingredients in Slow Cooker Rotel Dip
- Velveeta cheese (or other processed cheese)
- Mild Italian Sausage (or spicy sausage if you want your dip spicier)
- Cream cheese, softened
- Original Ro*Tel with green chilies - the Original can of Rotel tomatoes adds heat to the dip. Alternatively, you can use the "mild" version for less of a spicy flavor.
- Diced jalapenos - start with ½ cup and add more to taste (these can be omitted if you don't want your cheese dip to have little heat. I prefer jarred jalapenos with juice for extra flavor.
See the recipe card for the full ingredient amounts and the slow cooker directions for this Crockpot sausage dip.
How to Make Slow Cooker Velveeta Rotel Sausage Dip
Brown the meat- In a large skillet, cook and crumble the Italian sausage. The sausage can be swapped out for ground beef or ground turkey or omitted altogether depending on your taste.
Cube the Velveeta and Cream cheese- Cube the processed cheese and also the cream cheese.
Add the ingredients to the Crockpot- Drain and add the sausage (or ground beef) to the slow cooker then top the cooked meat with the cubed processed cheese and cream cheese.
Then, layer the can of Rotel on top of the other ingredients and add the desired amount of jalapenos on top if using.
Stir the ingredients- Stir the ingredients to combine them and place the lid on the Crockpot.
Slow-cook the Rotel dip- Set the slow cooker to High for two hours.
Stir and serve- Remove the lid from the Crockpot, stir the ingredients together, and serve with tortilla chips. Add additional diced jalapenos if desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make Rotel dip ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare Rotel Dip ahead of time and reheat it in the slow cooker until it is warmed through and then it is ready to serve.
What do you serve with Rotel dip?
Rotel dip is most commonly served with tortilla chips, but crackers, bagel chips, sliced baguettes, or fresh vegetables are all great dipping choices.
How can I add more spice to my Rotel dip?
For an extra kick, you can add some extra diced jalapeñoes, your favorite hot sauce, or use a spicy sausage as the ground meat.
Is it possible to make Rotel dip without meat?
You can easily make a vegetarian version of Rotel dip by simply omitting the meat in this Velveeta cheese dip recipe.
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Slow Cooker Rotel Dip
Equipment
Ingredients
- 32 ounces Velveeta cheese - or other processed cheese
- 1 pound mild Italian Sausage
- 8 ounces cream cheese - softened
- 10 ounces Original Rotel with green chilies
- ½ cup diced jalapenos - jarred with juices
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook and crumble the Italian sausage. The sausage can be swapped out for ground beef or omitted altogether depending on your taste.
- Cube the cheese and cream cheese.
- Drain and add the Italian sausage (or ground beef) to the slow cooker and top the meat with the cubed processed cheese and the cubed cream cheese.
- Layer the can of Rotel on top of the other ingredients and add the desired amount of jalapenos on top.
- Stir the ingredients to combine them and place the lid on the slow cooker.
- Set the Crockpot or slow cooker on High for two hours.
- Remove the lid, stir the ingredients together, and serve with tortilla chips and other dippers.
- Add additional diced jalapenos if desired.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional information is an estimate based on third-party calculations. Actual values may vary due to ingredients, measurements, and serving sizes.
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