Our Favorite Rotel Recipes

From party dips to casseroles, a can of Rotel can go a long way with these recipes.

Updated on September 18, 2023

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Martina McBride soup — Photo: COURTESY OXMOOR HOUSE

Rotel is one of the best pantry staples for spicing up a Mexican casserole, adding color to cheese dip, or topping tacos. A can of tomatoes with green chiles is so versatile, and we're forever thankful that it saves us the time we'd spend chopping. Fresh produce is always our first choice, but canned veggies like Rotel are a massive help on busy weeknights.

Rotel is one of the best additions to game day dips, and it makes prep so much easier. Although you probably associate it with cheesy dips, it also has a spot in plenty of Southwestern dinner recipes. With recipes like Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup, Sheet Pan Jambalaya, and our best-loved King Ranch Chicken Casserole, a can of Rotel might be your new dinner rescuer. Whether you're looking for an appetizer or a one-dish dinner recipe, kids and adults will love these Rotel recipes. From party dips to casseroles, a can of Rotel can go a long way with these recipes.

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King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Two beloved casseroles combine to make one incredible hybrid dish. The addition of Rotel adds enough tang and heat to balance out the rich and cheesy sauce.

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Chicken Tortilla Casserole

Enjoy the flavors of tortilla soup in casserole form. Made with shredded chicken, Rotel, tortillas, and lots of cheese, it will be on the dinner table in less than an hour.

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Sheet Pan Jambalaya

This sheet pan supper is straightforward to toss together and is ready in 35 minutes. The mixture of andouille sausage, onion, shrimp, and Creole seasoning gets an extra spicy kick thanks to a can of Rotel.

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Martina McBride's Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup

One of our most popular soup recipes, country star Martina McBride's Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is thickened with masa harina, and made exra rich with the addition of heavy cream and sour cream.

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Doritos Chicken Casserole

One bite of this creamy casserole topped with a crunchy layer of Nacho Cheese Doritos, and your family will be asking for this meal again and again. Salsa, taco seasoning, and Rotel give this dish a good amount of spice.

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King Ranch Chicken Casserole

This creamy Tex-Mex casserole is one of our most popular recipes and will never disappoint at a potluck or casserole swap. The recipe easily doubles (or even triples) when cooking for a crowd.

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Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup

This spicy broth is the perfect base for savory smoked chicken. Fresh toppings like cilantro, avocado, lime, and queso fresco add bright flavor.

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Rotel Sausage Dip

This cheesy dip packs just the right amount of heat. Remember to change your slow cooker to the WARM setting after the cheese melts, so it does not continue to cook.

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Rotel Chicken Mexican Casserole

Mexican Chicken Casserole — Diana Rattray

With only six ingredients, this chicken casserole combines your favorite flavors into one hearty dinner. The entire family will love this cheesy dish, filled with Rotel, cheddar cheese, and chopped green chiles. Top with crushed tortilla chips for a crispy finish.

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Mexican Lasagna

This layered Mexican casserole has everything you crave in an easy one-dish recipe. Give your traditional lasagna a makeover by replacing noodles with corn tortillas and enchilada sauce instead of tomato sauce. This dish will be a hit with both kids and adults.

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