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Easy 15-Minute Queso (Velveeta Queso)

Servings 8 servings
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
4.94 from 77 votes
A easy recipe of the classic Mexican inspired cheese dip that is full of flavors! Melted cheese seasoned with chili and garlic powder, peppers and tomatoes. Served with warm tortilla chips.
ByMinShien

Ingredients
 

  • 1/2 cup Chicken broth more if needed
  • 10 oz Rotel tomatoes
  • 1 lbs Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • cilantro chopped, optional

Instructions
 

  • Add chicken broth, Rotel tomatoes to a pot. Bring to a boil. Then add cubed Velveeta cheese, garlic powder, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Lower to medium low heat and stir continuously.
  • Add more chicken broth at anytime to dilute it if it becomes too thick.
  • Once queso is smooth, cheese is dissolved, and queso reaches desired consistency, remove from heat.
  • Serve immediately with chips. Optional: Garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!

Notes

Other optional ingredients: tabasco and cayenne for spicier queso.
Other garnishes: cubed tomatoes, more smoked paprika.

Nutrition

Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 959mg | Potassium: 280mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 670IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 338mg | Iron: 1mg