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Smoked Queso Dip Recipe

Take your party game to the next level with this smoked queso dip! Packed with bold flavors, melted cheese, and smoky goodness, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game days, BBQs, or any gathering.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Velveeta cheese cubed
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
  • 1/2 lb ground beef or sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 jalapeño diced (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1/2 cup milk or as needed for consistency
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Equipment

  • Smoker (or grill set up for indirect heat)
  • Cast iron skillet or disposable aluminum pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Smoker:
  2. Preheat your smoker to 250°F (120°C). Add your favorite wood chips or pellets (e.g., hickory, mesquite, or applewood) for a rich smoky flavor.
  3. Prepare the Ingredients:
  4. In a cast iron skillet or disposable aluminum pan, combine the cubed Velveeta, shredded cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes, cooked ground beef or sausage, diced onion, and jalapeño. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika and garlic powder.
  5. Smoke the Queso Dip:
  6. Place the skillet or pan on the smoker. Close the lid and let it smoke for 1–1.5 hours, stirring every 20–30 minutes to ensure the cheese melts evenly and the flavors combine.
  7. Adjust Consistency:
  8. If the dip is too thick, stir in milk a little at a time until it reaches your desired consistency.
  9. Serve:
  10. Once the queso is melted and bubbling, remove it from the smoker. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers.