Crab & Green Chile Queso

Crab and green chile queso dip served warm with tortilla chips on the side
  • Prep Time: 5m
  • Cook Time: 15m
  • Total Time: 20m

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Crab Meat
  • 1 Lime, juiced
  • 1 cup Half & Half
  • 2 teaspoons Taco seasoning
  • 1/2 tablespoon Chicken base
  • 1 Can (4oz) Roasted Jalapeno (optional)
  • 2 Cans (4oz ea) Roasted Green Chiles, chopped
  • 1 Can Rotel Tomatoes, drained
  • 2 cups Shredded Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 package (16oz) Velveeta
  • 1 Bunch Cilantro, stems removed, chopped
  • 1 Bunch Scallions, green part only, thinly sliced
  • Your choice of hot sauce

Instructions

  1. In a medium sized pot over medium-low heat, add all of the ingredients except the crab, cilantro, and scallions.
  2. Stir frequently for about 8 minutes and until fully melted and no lumps are present.
  3. Add the crab meat and gently fold, being careful not to break up the crab
  4. Allow to the crab to heat through, about 3 minutes.
  5. Add hot sauce to desired spiciness.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish.
  7. Garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro.
  8. Serve with tortilla chips.