Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage (such as Jimmy Dean)
- 1 (10-oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 (8-oz) package cream cheese, cut into pieces
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage until it is fully crumbled and no longer pink inside. This usually takes about 7-8 minutes. Once cooked, drain excess grease to prevent the dip from becoming too oily.
- Add Tomatoes and Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to medium, then add the entire can of undrained Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies to the skillet with the sausage. Add the cut pieces of cream cheese on top.
- Melt and Stir: Stir continuously until the cream cheese has melted completely and blended smoothly with the sausage and tomatoes, creating a creamy and cohesive dip. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
- Serve Warm: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve immediately while warm, paired with tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- You can substitute regular sausage with turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option.
- If you prefer a spicier dip, use a hotter variety of diced tomatoes or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
- For a thicker dip, reduce the amount of Rotel juice by draining some liquid before adding.
- To reheat leftovers, warm gently in a skillet or microwave, stirring occasionally to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American