Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes & green chilies, undrained
1 (16 oz) block Velveeta cheese, cubed
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
Cooked bacon bits
Diced jalapeños
Chopped green onions
Fresh cilantro
Sour cream
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until fully browned. Drain excess grease.
Season beef with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Reduce heat to low and add cubed Velveeta, shredded cheddar, Rotel tomatoes, and cream.
Stir frequently until cheeses are fully melted and smooth.
Transfer queso to a serving bowl or keep warm in a small slow cooker.
Top with bacon, jalapeños, green onions, or any desired toppings. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Notes
Cooking Tips
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Keep heat low when melting cheese to prevent grainy texture.
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Add extra milk or cream if queso thickens too much while sitting.
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A slow cooker on warm keeps queso smooth for parties.
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Stir every 15–20 minutes when serving long-term.
Variations
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Spicy Queso: Add hot Rotel, cayenne pepper, or extra jalapeños.
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Chicken Queso: Swap ground beef for shredded rotisserie chicken.
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Chorizo Queso: Replace beef with cooked chorizo for deeper flavor.
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White Queso: Use white Velveeta and Monterey Jack instead of cheddar.
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Vegetarian: Skip meat and add black beans and roasted peppers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 26g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g