The Best Ground Beef Queso Dip
A rich, creamy, and meaty cheese dip that is the ultimate party appetizer. Made with seasoned ground beef, three types of cheese, and a hint of spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook / Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Mexican Fusion
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel), undrained
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1 (8-ounce) block processed American cheese, cubed (like Velveeta)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and diced onion. Cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Drain excess fat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add undrained tomatoes and green chilies to the skillet.
- Add cream cheese, American cheese, cheddar cheese, and milk. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Stir continuously for 5-7 minutes until all cheese is melted and dip is smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat, garnish with cilantro, and serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Notes
For a thinner dip, add an extra 1/4 cup of milk. For a spicier version, add a diced jalapeno with the onion.
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