Slow cooker beef queso dip is a creamy, cheesy, and savory crowd-pleaser. Ideal for potlucks, game day, or a weeknight snack, this low-carb, keto-friendly dip is simple to prepare and irresistible. Instructions for making it in an Instant Pot are included as well.
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Ingredients For Beef Queso Dip
- Ground beef (16 ounces)
- Pepper Jack cheese (8 ounces, shredded)
- Cheddar cheese (8 ounces, shredded)
- Cream cheese (8 ounces, cut into pieces)
- Diced tomatoes with green chiles (about 10 ounces)
- Jalapeño (1, thinly diced, seeds removed)
- Seasonings: 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil (1 tablespoon)
- Salt & pepper to taste
How To Make Queso Dip In The Slow Cooker or Instant Pot
Slow Cooker
- Spray the slow cooker generously with cooking spray.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the ground beef with salt and pepper, add to the skillet, and cook 5–7 minutes, breaking it up with a spoon, until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
- Transfer the cooked beef to the prepared slow cooker. Add the shredded pepper jack, shredded cheddar, cream cheese pieces, diced tomatoes with green chiles, diced jalapeño, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Cook on HIGH for 2–3 hours or LOW for 4–6 hours, until cheeses are melted and the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Stir well before serving.
Instant Pot
- Select the sauté function on the Instant Pot. When hot, add 1 tablespoon oil and the ground beef. Cook 5–7 minutes, crumbling the meat, until no longer pink. Drain grease.
- Set the Instant Pot to a medium sauté and add the diced tomatoes with green chiles, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese melts.
- Whisk in the pepper jack and cheddar cheeses one cup at a time, stirring constantly until the cheeses are fully melted and the mixture is smooth. Serve immediately.
FAQs & Tips
Do you have to use ground beef?
No. You can substitute ground turkey, ground chicken, or another ground meat that fits your dietary preferences. Adjust seasonings as needed.
How do you serve this?
Serve with tortilla chips, low-carb crackers, or fresh vegetables like celery and carrot sticks for a lighter option. This beef queso also works as a topping for fries, baked potatoes, or hot dogs. Garnish with sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, or extra shredded cheese.
How do you store leftovers?
Store leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in a microwave, stirring occasionally to restore creaminess. Add a splash of milk or cream if the dip thickens too much when chilled.
What size slow cooker did you use?
This recipe was made in a 3.5-quart slow cooker. To feed a larger group, double the ingredients and use a larger slow cooker.
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Crockpot Beef Queso Dip
Slow cooker beef queso dip is a creamy, cheesy, and savory dip that’s perfect for potlucks, game day, or a simple snack. This version is low-carb and keto-friendly, with optional Instant Pot instructions.
- Author: Shannon Epstein
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours (approx.)
- Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: About 8 servings
Ingredients
- 16 ounces ground beef, seasoned with salt & pepper
- 8 ounces pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces
- 10 ounces diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 jalapeño, thinly diced (seeds removed)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
Slow Cooker:
- Spray the slow cooker generously with cooking spray.
- Heat oil in a large skillet, cook and crumble the ground beef until no longer pink, then drain and transfer to the slow cooker.
- Add all cheeses, diced tomatoes with green chiles, jalapeño, and seasonings; stir to combine.
- Cook on HIGH 2–3 hours or LOW 4–6 hours. Stir well before serving.
Instant Pot:
- Sauté the ground beef in oil until browned; drain grease.
- On medium sauté, add tomatoes with chiles, spices, and cream cheese. Stir until cream cheese melts, then whisk in shredded cheeses a cup at a time until smooth.
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