Smoked Queso – The Ultimate Game Day Dip
When it comes to crowd-pleasing party dips, this Smoked Queso is in a league of its own. Loaded with three kinds of cheese, smoky chorizo, spicy jalapeños, and green chiles, it delivers the perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and bold flavor. Whether you’re hosting a BBQ, tailgating, or just looking for the perfect appetizer, this dip will be the star of the show!
Smoked Queso
If you love cheesy dips, you’ll definitely want to check out my Buffalo Chicken Dip and Loaded Baked Potato Dip for even more delicious party food ideas. And since you’re firing up the smoker, why not go all out and pair this queso with Smoked Chicken Wings or BBQ Pulled Pork for the ultimate feast? Trust me—your guests will be asking for the recipe!
The best part? This queso is super easy to make. Just throw everything into a cast iron skillet or foil pan, let the smoker do the work, and in under an hour, you’ll have a rich, melty, smoky dip that’s impossible to resist. Serve it with tortilla chips, drizzle it over nachos, or use it as a topping for burgers and baked potatoes—no matter how you enjoy it, this queso is a guaranteed hit!
What You Will Love About This Recipe
✔ Smoky & Cheesy Goodness – The perfect blend of creamy, melty cheese with a hint of spice.
✔ Easy to Make – Just toss everything in and let the smoker do its magic.
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – Whether it’s game day, a summer BBQ, or a cozy night in, this queso fits the bill.
Smoked Queso Ingredients
- Velveeta Cheese. This is a must in all queso recipes!
- Pepper jack cheese – for that extra kick!
- Cheddar cheese.
- Cream cheese.
- Heavy cream.
- Green chiles.
- Rotel or diced tomatoes.
- Jalapenos.
- Chorizo sausage. Feel free to replace this with breakfast sausage if you prefer!
- Chili powder.
- Ground cumin.
- Fresh cilantro.
How to make Queso on the Smoker
You can start with preheating your smoker to 225. Then take your pan – I used a cast iron skillet, but you can use a disposable aluminum pan or foil pan – and place in all the cheese. Pour over the heavy cream, and then sprinkle on all toppings besides the cilantro.
Place the queso on the smoker. Allow to smoke for about 25-30 minutes depending on your smoker, then carefully mix everything together using a rubber spatula. Place back on the smoker for 10-15 minutes.
Once the queso is done smoking, remove it from the heat and add the cilantro. Make sure to serve immediately!
Tips & Tricks
- Use a cast iron skillet for even heat distribution and easy serving.
- Prefer a milder dip? Swap the pepper jack for Monterey Jack and reduce the jalapeños.
- Add more protein by stirring in cooked ground beef or shredded chicken.
FAQs
Smoked Queso
Making a smoked queso dip has never been easier with my Smoked Queso! Made in only 15 minutes on the smoker, this Smoked Queso recipe will be your favorite summer snack to serve all summer.
Ingredients
- 8oz cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8oz pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 8oz velveeta cheese, cubed
- 8oz cream cheese, cubed
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 4oz can green chiles, drained
- 10oz can Rotel, drained
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
- 12oz cooked chorizo sausage, finely chopped
- 1 TBSP chili powder
- ½ TBSP cumin
- 2 TBSP fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225℉. In a cast iron pan or disposable foil pan, add in sections the cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, Velveeta cheese, and cream cheese. Pour the heavy cream over the cheeses and sprinkle over the green chilies, Rotel, diced jalapenos, chorizo sausage, chili powder, and cumin.
- Smoke for 30 minutes (the time may vary depending on your smoker) or until the cheeses melted and bubbling slightly. Mix together using a wooden spoon and let smoke for another 10 minutes.
- Remove from the smoker and stir in the chopped cilantro, serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 424Total Fat: 36gSaturated Fat: 19gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1079mgCarbohydrates: 6gFiber: 0gSugar: 3gProtein: 21g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
