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Slow Cooker Taco Dip

by Sarah Olson on February 10, 2022 | Updated January 27, 2023 29 Comments

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This Slow Cooker Taco Dip has only five main ingredients and makes the creamiest dip you will ever try! It’s great for game day or any party. It’s not a thick Velveeta dip; it’s a much smoother texture and taste.

I love game food, nachos, dips, hot wings, etc. So when I discovered this recipe, I was in heaven! This recipe for slow cooker taco dip is AMAZING! Start by browning and seasoning your hamburger. If you are looking for a Velveeta dip, try my Slow Cooker Rotel Dip with Beef.

Cooked taco dip in slow cooker with jalapenos on top.

Why this recipe works

A friend of mine gave me this recipe for crockpot taco dip. It’s not like any other Mexican dip you will try. The combination of ingredients is silky smooth, not sticky thick like a Velveeta dip. I call this dip my one of every ingredient dip. I’ve made it so many times; I don’t have to look at the recipe!

I make slow cooker taco dip when I need to bring a dish for a potluck. Then I know there will be something I like to eat at the potluck, which is essential.

Recipe Ingredients

  • Ground Beef – Cooked and crumbled with salt and pepper added. You can add onion powder, garlic powder or chili powder if desired.
  • Refried Beans – Not usually in Mexican cheese dips, but this thickens the dip and gives it even more Mexican flare.
  • Sour Cream – Mellows out the enitre flavor of the dip.
  • Nacho Cheese Dip – Find this nacho cheese dip (salsa con queso) on the chip aisle of the store. This is great for a dip like this since it’s already thinned out.
  • Salsa – Use your favorite salsa here, I often use mild and serve jalapenos on the side for those who like spicy.

Step-by-Step Directions

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Step One – Brown the ground beef in a skillet on the stovetop. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can add garlic powder and onion powder if desired. Or even chili powder.

Step Two – Add the cooked meat to the slow cooker. Add the salsa, sour cream, refried beans, and nacho cheese sauce. Stir.

Step Three – Place the lid on the slow cooker—Cook on HIGH for 2 hours or until hot and bubbly.

Cooked taco dip with spatula in it.

Variations and Mix ins

  • Taco Seasoning – Add taco seasoning to the ground beef instead of salt and pepper. Or you can make your own taco mix blend with chili powder, cumin, onion powder and garlic powder.
  • Cheddar cheese – Don’t want to use nacho cheese? Use two cups of freshly shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese instead.
  • Cream cheese – For a more decadent dip, add softened cream cheese instead of sour cream. It will melt into the dip as it heats up.
  • Spicy – If everyone at your party loves spicy, chop 1-2 jalapenos and leave and don’t remove the seeds. Or you can add two small cans of fire roasted chiles.
Taco dip in slow cooker with jalapenos on top, chips on the side.

How to serve

  • Serve as a dip with tortilla chips on the side
  • Serve crockpot taco dip as nachos instead! Pour the taco mixture over chips, and eat like nachos.
  • Top with your dip on your plate with a combonation of shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, green peppers, green onions, diced tomatoes and jalapeno slices. (Though this dip needs nothing extra, its GREAT as it).

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Cooked taco dip in slow cooker with jalapenos on top, chips and jalapenos on side.

Slow Cooker Taco Dip Recipe

5 from 9 votes
Slow Cooker Taco Dip has everything you love about tacos in a dip. With only five ingredients (plus salt and pepper) you'll have an amazing homemade dip.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 245kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 5 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • onion powder to taste
  • 16 oz. jar of Salsa I use mild pace picante
  • 15 oz. jar nacho cheese found on chip aisle
  • 16 oz. container sour cream
  • 16 oz. can refried beans
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Instructions:

  • Brown meat in a skillet, add salt pepper, and onion powder. Drain and discard liquid.
  • Add meat to slow cooker.
  • Add salsa, nacho cheese, sour cream, refried beans to slow cooker.
  • Stir.
  • Cook on high for 2 hours, or until heated through.
  • Turn slow cooker to warm while serving.
  • Serve with tortilla chips
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Recipe Notes:

Variations and Mixins
  • Taco Seasoning – Add taco seasoning to the ground beef instead of salt and pepper. Or you can make your own taco mix blend with chili powder, cumin, onion powder and garlic powder.
  • Cheddar cheese – Don’t want to use nacho cheese? Use two cups of freshly shredded cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese instead.
  • Cream cheese – For a more decadent dip, add softened cream cheese instead of sour cream. It will melt into the dip as it heats up.
  • Spicy – If everyone at your party loves spicy, chop 1-2 jalapenos and leave and don’t remove the seeds. Or you can add two small cans of fire-roasted chiles.
How to serve
  • Serve as a dip with tortilla chips on the side
  • Serve as nachos! Pour the taco mixture over chips, and eat like nachos.
  • Top with your dip on your plate with a combination of shredded lettuce, shredded cheese, green peppers, green onions, diced tomatoes, and jalapeno slices. (Though this dip needs nothing extra, it’s GREAT as it).

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 829mg | Potassium: 282mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 640IU | Vitamin C: 1.1mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 1.4mg

Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.

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Other great Slow Cooker Appetizers that are easy to make:

  • Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Dip
  • Slow Cooker Queso Verde
  • Slow Cooker Corn Dip
  • Slow Cooker Spicy Sausage Dip
  • Slow Cooker Taco Meat
  • Slow Cooker Beer Cheese Dip
  • Slow Cooker Spinach Dip {with or without artichokes}
  • Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Bean Dip
  • Slow Cooker Texas Trash Bean Dip

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    1. Amy says

      April 29, 2022 at 2:41 pm

      Question? If substituting cream cheese for the sour cream would you just use one block of cream cheese?
      Thanks,
      Amy

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      • Sarah Olson says

        April 29, 2022 at 7:55 pm

        If you were to use the same weight, it would be 2 blocks. Though, that may be too much for this recipe. I would do one or one and a half.

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