Easy Crockpot Queso Dip Recipe

This easy 3 ingredient queso dip recipe is perfect for any occasion, especially game day eats! My Easy Crockpot Queso Dip is perfect for parties all year round, everyone loves it!

We also love serving 7 Layer Dip, Pommes Frittes, and Homemade Mac and Cheese for game day parties!

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Queso Dip Recipe

We love serving queso dip for family parties and gatherings all year round. This recipe is so simple and serves a crowd! Everyone will love this queso. It’s perfect for dipping tortilla chips, poured over nachos, and even inside burritos and tacos. Try it out during your next party!!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Crowd Pleaser. This simple queso recipe is great for feeding a large crowd. Keep it on warm in the crock pot and guests can enjoy it all night.
  • Easy To Make. With just three simple ingredients, you can whip up this queso recipe in no time at all.
  • Great Leftovers. Use this leftover queso dip over tacos, inside burritos and more.

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What You’ll Need

Here are the ingredients you need to make this simple queso recipe. See the recipe card located at the bottom of the post for full instructions.

  • Ricos Gourmet Nacho Cheese Sauce– Check Walmart for this brand of nacho cheese. You can also use 3 blocks of Velveeta Cheese as a substitute.
  • Prepared Salsa- I use Sadies Salsa, “not as hot” variety. Any prepared salsa you enjoy works just fine.
  • ground sausage– Jimmy Dean has good ground sausage rolls, you can choose mild, sweet or hot.
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How To Make Queso Dip Recipe

Pour Cheese Into Warm Crock Pot. Place cheese sauce into crockpot set to medium or low setting.

Can I Use Velveeta Cheese As A Substitute?

Yes, you can use three blocks of Velveeta Cheese, cut into cubes, added to the crock pot in place of the nacho cheese sauce. You’ll want to stir often to melt the cheese.

adding salsa to crockpot for queso recipe

Add Salsa To Crock Pot. Stir in salsa.

browning sausage for queso recipe

Cook Sausage. Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until browned.

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Add Cooked Sausage To Cheese. Stir into crockpot and close lid.

sausage added to crockpot queso recipe

Simmer. Let cook in crockpot until hot, anywhere from 2-6 hours. Stir often. Serve queso dip with your favorite tortilla chips.

Where Can I Find This Nacho Cheese Sauce?

I found the Rico’s brand nacho cheese sauce at Walmart. Check online if you’re having trouble finding it. Amazon is always a good resource.

Add your favorite prepared salsa to the cheese sauce and give a good stir.

What Is Queso?

Queso means “cheese” in Spanish, but it’s known as a cheese based dipping sauce for tortilla chips. It’s great served at parties.

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Recipe Tips For Success

  • Salsa Options. Use your favorite salsa for the queso. You can choose hot or mild according to your guests taste.
  • Make Sausage Ahead. Brown sausage the day before for an even quicker option when making queso. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, until ready to make queso.
  • Stir Queso Often. When simmering queso, make sure to stir it often. This will prevent the film on top that sets if left too long.

Recipe Variations

  • More Vegetables. Add other sauteed vegetables such as onion, garlic and peppers to the queso if desired.
  • Meat Substitutions. You can substitute the ground sausage for cooked shredded chicken, cooked ground beef and/or cooked shredded beef too.
  • Add Hot Sauces. Try adding other hot sauces to the queso for additional heat. We use Cholula and Tobasco for more heat.

How To Serve?

Serve cheese dip with your favorite tortilla chips or artisan bread cubes at your upcoming parties. It’s also great poured over nachos and inside burritos and tacos. Always a popular appetizer among family and friends.

Can I Save Leftovers?

Yes, save any leftovers that have been cooled, in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. To reheat the queso, place into a heat proof bowl, loosely covered and microwave for 70-90 seconds, until hot. You can also place the leftover queso into a saucpan on the stovetop over medium low heat. Stir often until hot.

Try More Easy Dip Recipes

These recipes are great for Superbowl parties, game day eats, and any occasion where appetizers are needed.

crockpot queso recipe

Easy Crockpot Queso Dip Recipe

My Easy Crockpot Queso Dip Recipe is perfect for parties and family gatherings all year round! Feeds a crowd!
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 30
Calories: 227kcal
Author: Jenny
Cost: $20
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Equipment

  • crockpot
  • Large Skillet/Fry Pan
  • mixing spoon

Ingredients

  • 6 pounds 11 ounces Rico’s Gourmet Nacho Cheese Sauce
  • 1 pound ground sausage
  • 12 ounces prepared salsa I love Sadies brand, not as hot

Instructions

  • Place cheese sauce into crockpot set to medium or low setting. Stir in salsa.
  • Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir until browned. Stir into crockpot and close lid. Let cook in crockpot until hot, anywhere from 2-6 hours. Stir often. Serve queso dip with your favorite tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 921mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 552IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 1mg
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