Slow Cooker Taco Queso Dip: Only 4 Ingredients

by Alli

Slow Cooker Taco Queso Dip is an easy, cheesy appetizer that disappears fast. With bold taco flavor and a creamy, scoopable texture, itโ€™s perfect for game days, parties, or any night you want a no-fuss crowd-pleaser.

Just combine the four ingredients, let them melt together in the slow cooker, and get ready for everyone to ask for the recipe.

Ingredients At A Glance (Full, Printable Recipe Card Down Below!)

  • 1 Pound Ground Beef, browned and drained -Adds a hearty, meaty element, depth of flavor, and satisfying texture to queso dip. 
  • 16 oz Red Salsa (your favorite is best) – Adds flavor, color, and a little kick!
  • 16 oz Nacho Cheese Sauce – Adds a smooth, melty, clump-free texture. 
  • 8 oz Sour Cream – Adds creaminess, smoothness, and a tangy flavor. It also balances the richness of the cheese. 

Items Needed:

  • 2 Quart Crockpot

Directions:

Combine: In a mixing bowl, combine beef, salsa, cheese, and sour cream. Mix until thoroughly combined.

Add: Pour contents into the slow cooker.

Cover: Cook on high for 1-1/2 hours, then switch to warm.

Serve as a dip or topping and enjoy.

Taco Queso Dip in a white slow cooker with a tortilla chip on the side

Tips & Storage:

  • Store in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to 5 days. Do not freeze.
  • This can be made on the stove, but it should be heated slowly and stirred consistently to prevent the sour cream from curdling and to avoid burning. Use a small saucepan and watch closely.

side view of a crockpot full of taco queso dip topped with salsa and surrounded with tortilla chips

Be sure to choose your favorite brands or flavors for the salsa and nacho cheese. I like using the jalapeno nacho cheese sauce because itโ€™s the most flavorful, but use whichever you prefer.

This Slow Cooker Taco Queso is super versatile! Here are some easy, delicious ways to use it beyond a dip:

  • Nachos โ€“ Spoon it over tortilla chips and add jalapeรฑos, olives, or green onions.

  • Loaded Fries or Tots โ€“ Pour it over fries or tater tots for an instant upgrade.

  • Baked Potatoes โ€“ Use it as a rich, savory topping for baked or smashed potatoes.

  • Rice Bowl Sauce โ€“ Drizzle it over rice bowls or burrito bowls for extra flavor.

  • Mac & Cheese Boost โ€“ Stir it into plain mac and cheese to turn it into a taco-style version.

  • Breakfast Scramble โ€“ Add it to scrambled eggs or breakfast burritos for a hearty twist.

  • Casserole Layer โ€“ Use it as a creamy layer in casseroles or enchiladas.

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Yield: 1.5 quarts

Slow Cooker Taco Queso Dip

Slow Cooker Taco Queso Dip in white crockpot

Slow Cooker Taco Queso Dip is an easy, tasty appetizer! Great for parties, last-minute get-togethers, etc. It only takes four ingredients and is a major crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound Ground Beef, brown and drained
  • 16 oz Red Salsa (your favorite is best)
  • 16 oz Nacho Cheese Sauce
  • 8 oz Sour Cream

Items Needed:

  • 2 Quart Crockpot

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine beef, salsa, cheese, and sour cream. Mix until thoroughly combined.
  2. Pour contents into the crock pot.
  3. Cover and cook on high for 1-1/2 hours, then switch to warm.
  4. Use it as a dip or topping and enjoy.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to 5 days. Do not freeze.
  • This can be made on the stove top, but it should be heated slowly and stirred consistently to ensure the sour cream doesnโ€™t curdle and nothing burns. Use a small saucepan.
  • Be sure to choose your favorite brands for the salsa and nacho cheese. I like using the jalapeno nacho cheese sauce because itโ€™s the most flavorful.

Nutrition Information

Yield

12

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 224Total Fat 15gSaturated Fat 8gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 61mgSodium 607mgCarbohydrates 6gFiber 1gSugar 3gProtein 14g

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