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Boat Dip Rotel Ranch Dip

Boat Dip Rotel Ranch Dip

This Boat Dip is a creamy, zesty dip made with Rotel tomatoes, ranch seasoning, and cream cheese. Perfect for parties, game day, or a fun family gathering, it's served warm and pairs beautifully with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 medium mixing bowl
  • 1 saucepan
  • 1 wooden spoon or spatula
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 serving dish

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 2 cans (10 oz each) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup green onions, chopped (optional) For added fresh flavor.
  • to serve tortilla chips or fresh vegetables

Instructions
 

  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and well blended.
  • Add the ranch seasoning mix to the cream cheese mixture and stir until fully incorporated.
  • Fold in the drained Rotel tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese, mixing until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  • Transfer the mixture to a saucepan over medium heat. Cook for about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently until heated through and cheese is melted.
  • If desired, stir in the chopped green onions just before removing the dip from the heat for an added fresh flavor.
  • Serve warm in a serving dish with tortilla chips or fresh vegetables.
  • For a spicier version, consider using the original Rotel tomatoes with additional jalapeños or your favorite spicy salsa.
  • If preparing ahead of time, assemble all ingredients in the saucepan and refrigerate. Just heat and serve when ready.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

Notes

For a spicier version, you can use the original Rotel tomatoes with additional jalapeños or your favorite spicy salsa.
This dip can be prepared ahead of time: assemble all your ingredients in the saucepan and refrigerate. Just heat and serve when you're ready.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.