Queso Dip Recipe (with Velveeta)

A hand dipping a tortilla chip into queso dip with chopped jalapeños, tomatoes, and cilantro.

Queso Dip Recipe (with Velveeta)

This easy queso dip recipe is made with Velveeta, green chiles, and jalapeños for a creamy, melty dip that's perfect for parties or snacking.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings

Calories 84kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
½ medium onion you’ll need about ½ cup when diced
2 cloves garlic
1 medium jalapeño finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
4 oz canned chopped green chiles drained
¾ cup cherry tomatoes
16 ounces Velveeta cheese
½ cup milk
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro plus more for topping

Instructions

Dice the onion, jalapeño, and cherry tomatoes. Mince the garlic. Cube the Velveeta. Measure everything else so it’s ready to go.
In a large skillet or saucepan, melt the 2 tablespoons butterover medium heat. Add the ½ medium onion and sauté for 2–3 minutes until it starts to soften. Stir in the 2 cloves garlic and 1 medium jalapeño and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
Stir in 4 oz canned chopped green chiles and ¾ cup cherry tomatoes. Let everything cook together for 2–3 minutes to soften and blend the flavors.
Reduce heat to low. Add the 16 ounces Velveeta cheese and ½ cup milk. Stir frequently until the cheese is melted and smooth.
Once smooth and creamy, stir in the 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust with salt or more jalapeño if desired.
Pour into a serving bowl and top with more cilantro or chopped jalapeños if you want extra heat. Serve with tortilla chips, veggies, or drizzle over nachos.
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Notes

Dice everything small so it blends evenly into the cheese.

Don't let the cheese boil - just melt it gently.

Keep queso warm in a small slow cooker for parties.

Add a splash of hot sauce or salsa for an extra kick.

Stir often while melting so nothing sticks or scorches.

Reheating Tips

Reheat slowly over low heat, stirring frequently. You can also microwave it in short bursts, stirring between each, and add a splash of milk if needed to loosen.

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