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Crockpot Spicy Queso Beef Chili

Crockpot Spicy Queso Beef Chili
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Crockpot Spicy Queso Beef Chili is a comforting, flavorful, and easy-to-make slow-cooked dish featuring hearty ground beef, creamy queso cheese dip, and a spicy kick. Perfect for cozy weeknights, game days, or gatherings, this chili delivers bold flavor and satisfying warmth with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 to 1.5 lbs ground beef (lean or regular)
  • 1 jar (about 16 oz) queso cheese dip
  • 1 can (15 oz) chili beans (kidney or pinto), drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 jalapeños, chopped (or to taste)
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 to 1.5 cups beef broth or stock
  • Hot sauce (optional, to taste)

Optional Variations & Additions

  • Ground turkey instead of beef (for leaner option)
  • Extra beans, corn, bell peppers, or zucchini (for vegetarian variation)
  • Pepper jack or cheddar cheese blend instead of queso dip
  • Smoked paprika or chipotle powder (for smoky flavor)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked, breaking it apart as it cooks. While cooking the beef, chop onions, garlic, and jalapeños to ensure freshness.
  2. Layer Everything in the Crockpot: Transfer the browned beef to your crockpot. Add chili beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chopped onions, minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, jalapeños, and any additional spices or hot sauce.
  3. Add the Queso and Broth: Pour in the queso cheese dip and beef broth, which will create a creamy, rich sauce that thickens as it cooks.
  4. Cook Low and Slow: Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 6 to 8 hours. This allows flavors to meld and deepen while tenderizing the beef and making the queso perfectly creamy.
  5. Stir and Serve: Before serving, stir the chili well to combine any separated ingredients. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, spices, or heat as needed.

Notes

  • Brown your beef well to add extra flavor and avoid greasy texture.
  • Use a quality queso cheese dip for smoother melting and creamier chili.
  • Slow cooking intensifies flavors and tenderizes the beef perfectly.
  • Adjust spice gradually to suit your heat preference and avoid overpowering the dish.
  • Stir occasionally if possible to prevent sticking and keep queso evenly distributed.

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Keywords: spicy chili, crockpot chili, queso chili, beef chili, slow cooker recipes, game day chili, comfort food, hearty chili

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