3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Rotel Beef Dip
If you need a crowd-pleasing game day dip that takes almost no effort, this 3-ingredient slow cooker Rotel beef dip is the answer. Made with creamy melted cheese, savory ground beef, and spicy Rotel tomatoes, this classic cheese dip with beef is rich, hearty, and impossible to stop scooping.
It’s the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker dip perfect for parties, potlucks, tailgates, and busy weeknights when you want maximum flavor with minimal prep. Just toss everything into the crockpot and let it melt into warm, cheesy perfection.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Only 3 simple ingredients
Perfect for game day & parties
Hearty enough to feel like a meal
Hands-off slow cooker recipe
Budget-friendly & feeds a crowd
Customizable spice level
Stays warm for hours
This dip is thick, scoopable, and satisfying ideal when guests are hungry and hovering around the slow cooker.
Servings: 8–10
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2–3 hours (LOW)
Ingredients:
1 lb ground beef (80/20 or 85/15)
1 (32-oz) block processed cheese (such as Velveeta), cubed
2 (10-oz) cans Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
Directions:
Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully browned (6–8 minutes). Break it up as it cooks.
Drain the grease to keep the dip creamy—not oily.
Add cubed cheese and undrained Rotel tomatoes to a 2–4 quart slow cooker.
Stir in the cooked ground beef.
Cover and cook on LOW for 2–3 hours, stirring every 30–45 minutes, until melted and smooth.
Switch to WARM and serve directly from the slow cooker.
Serving Ideas:
This slow cooker cheese dip with beef pairs perfectly with:
Tortilla chips
Pretzel bites
Pita chips
Sliced baguette
Celery, carrots, or bell pepper strips
Want to make it a meal? Spoon it over nachos, baked potatoes, rice, or fries.
Variations & Tips:
Extra spicy: Use Hot Rotel or add diced jalapeños
Lighter option: Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken
More texture: Add drained corn or black beans in the last 30 minutes
