Don Pablo's Copycat Chili Con Queso

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Tex-Mex cuisine with this irresistible Don Pablo's Copycat Chili Con Queso. This creamy, flavor-packed queso dip combines the velvety richness of melted Velveeta and Pepper Jack cheese with the zesty kick of diced tomatoes with green chilies, fresh jalapeños, and aromatic spices like cumin and paprika. A quick sauté of onions and garlic in butter builds a savory base, while a splash of half-and-half ensures a silky-smooth texture. Perfect for dipping tortilla chips or drizzling over your favorite dishes, this crowd-pleasing queso recipe is ready in just 25 minutes and can be easily kept warm in a slow cooker for parties. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness, and watch it disappear at your next gathering!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 oz Velveeta cheese
• 8 oz Pepper Jack cheese
• 10 oz Diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 0.5 cup Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 1 Fresh jalapeño, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup Half-and-half
• 0.5 tsp Ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the Velveeta cheese and Pepper Jack cheese into small cubes for easier melting. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño. Cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the diced tomatoes with green chilies (including their liquid), stirring to combine.

Step 6

Gradually add the cubed Velveeta and Pepper Jack cheeses to the pan, stirring constantly to ensure even melting.

Step 7

Once the cheese has fully melted, pour in the half-and-half. Stir until the mixture is creamy and smooth.

Step 8

Season with ground cumin, paprika, and salt. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 9

Remove the queso from heat and transfer it to a serving bowl or a slow cooker to keep warm.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve with tortilla chips or your favorite dipping food.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1210.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2566.9

Total Fat 200.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 669.8mg	0%
Sodium 9564.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 48.1g
Protein 145.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 4265.3mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 815.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.2%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 11.2%