Smoked Queso Dip
This Smoked Queso is loaded with creamy cheese, spicy sausage, and fresh veggies, all cooked low and slow on your smoker for unbeatable smoky flavor. Perfect for parties, tailgates, or any gathering where you want to wow your guests!
Equipment
- Cast Iron Skillet
- Wood Pellet Smoker
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground breakfast sausage or chorizo cooked and drained
- 2 lb Velveeta cheese cubed
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes with green chilies drained
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded
- 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 jalapeño pepper seeded and diced (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 small white onion finely diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 250°F (120°C).
- In a cast iron skillet or disposable aluminum pan, add the cooked sausage, Velveeta cubes, shredded cheeses, Rotel, onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and smoked paprika.
- Place the skillet uncovered in the smoker. Smoke for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes, until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
- Carefully remove from the smoker. Stir well, then serve hot with tortilla chips.
Notes
For even more flavor, add a handful of wood chips like hickory or mesquite. You can substitute hot sausage or pepper jack cheese for extra spice.