Easy Kickin Queso
Get ready to spice up any gathering with this irresistible Easy Kickin Queso! This creamy, flavor-packed cheese dip combines the rich melt of Velveeta with the zesty kick of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, complemented by savory browned ground beef and a touch of bold spices like chili and garlic powder. Perfect for game day or a casual snack, this queso masterpiece comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a quick and effortless crowd-pleaser. Customize your heat level with optional diced jalapeños and finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a touch of brightness. Serve it warm with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or drizzle it over nachos for a drool-worthy appetizer that’s guaranteed to disappear fast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 pounds Ground beef
- 16 ounces Velveeta cheese
- 1 cans Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Diced jalapeños (optional for extra spice)
- 0.25 cups Milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Chili powder
- 1 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef to the skillet, break it apart with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes). Drain excess grease if needed and set aside.
Cube the Velveeta cheese into 1-inch pieces for easier melting.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the cubed Velveeta, Rotel diced tomatoes (including the liquid), shredded cheddar cheese, and milk.
Set the pot over low to medium-low heat and stir frequently until the cheese fully melts and the mixture is smooth (about 8-10 minutes). Be careful not to overheat the cheese to prevent it from seizing.
Stir in the browned ground beef, garlic powder, chili powder, and diced jalapeños (if using). Mix well to combine.
Taste the queso and adjust the seasoning or spice level as desired.
Transfer the queso to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped cilantro if preferred.
Serve hot with tortilla chips, veggie sticks, or use as a topping for nachos or tacos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.8 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 107.8 g | 539% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 610 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 8390 mg | 365% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.6 g | ||
| Protein | 151.7 g | 303% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 3376 mg | 260% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1284 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
