Copycat Chili's Queso Dip (Slow Cooker)

Copycat Chili's Queso Dip (Slow Cooker)

10 servings
I can't tell you exactly how much of this queso dip I can eat in one sitting, because I would never be able to look you in the eye again! This is a copycat of the queso dip recipe served at Chili's, made in the slow cooker or on stove top. It's absolutely addictive and perfect for game day! 

Ingredients

  • velveeta cheese
    32 oz
  • cans no bean chili
    2
  • whole milk
    2 c
  • lime juice

    juice from 3 limes

    6 tbsp
  • chili powder
    3 tbsp
  • paprika
    2 tbsp
  • cumin
    2 tbsp
  • cayenne pepper
    ½ tsp
  • tortilla chips
  • chopped onions

    to garnish, optional

  • chopped cilantro

    to garnish, optional

  • lime wedges

    to garnish, optional

Directions

Slow cooker instructions:

  1. 1

    Chop the Velveeta into chunks. Add it to a slow cooker. Add all the other ingredients (except garnishes..and tortilla chips. Did I have to say that? :)

  2. 2

    Place the lid on top and set to high heat for 1 hour. Stir once halfway through. Or you can cook it on low for 2-3 hours, stirring once halfway through. The longer it sits, the more time the flavors have to marry, so feel free to make this ahead of time! It reheats in a jiffy (microwave, stove top, or in the slow cooker).

  3. 3

    Serve with tortilla chips and garnishes!

Stove top instructions:

  1. 1

    Chop the Velveeta and add to a large pot. Add all the other ingredients and turn the heat to low. Stir frequently until it's all melted. Serve with chips and garnishes!

Copycat Chili's Queso Dip (Slow Cooker)

Copycat Chili's Queso Dip (Slow Cooker)

4.5(58)65 min10 servings349 cal

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About this Recipe

Missing that irresistible, creamy Chili's queso dip experience? Now you can bring the ultimate game day appetizer right to your home with this incredible Copycat Chili's Queso Dip, perfectly crafted for your slow cooker.

This Copycat Chili's Queso Dip simplifies getting those beloved, rich flavors thanks to the magic of your slow cooker. It’s designed to be effortlessly smooth and perfectly spiced, delivering that truly addictive quality everyone craves and making it an instant crowd-plepleaser.

Prepare for a truly decadent and smooth dip that delivers a satisfying punch of savory flavor, beautifully balanced with a hint of tang from fresh lime and warmth from carefully blended spices like chili powder and cumin. Its richness is tempered by the savory notes of no bean chili, creating a taste profile that is both familiar and utterly satisfying.

This is a remarkably easy appetizer to prepare, culminating in a velvety, cheesy consistency that’s hard to resist. Each serving clocks in at 349 calories, making it a luxurious treat for any gathering.

This versatile queso welcomes personal touches! While the recipe calls for no bean chili, some enjoy a heartier version by stirring in cooked ground beef or sausage (though not specified in the original recipe data, this is a common variation for chili-based queso). You can also easily adjust the cayenne pepper to your desired spice level. Don't forget the garnishes—fresh chopped onions, bright cilantro, and extra lime wedges elevate every spoonful.

Serve this warm, gooey queso as the star appetizer at your next game day gathering, casual get-together, or simply for a cozy night in. It’s perfectly paired with sturdy tortilla chips, but also excellent drizzled over nachos or burritos.

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