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Mary Shannon Hodes, Associate Digital Editor at Southern Living
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Super Easy Chicken Nacho Casserole
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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 time we'd spend chopping. Fresh produce is always our first choice, but canned veggies like Rotel are a huge 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 has a spot in plenty of Southwestern dinner recipes, too. With recipes like chicken tortilla soup, taco spaghetti, and our best-loved King Ranch Chicken Casserole, a can of Rotel might be your new dinner savior. Whether you're on the lookout 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 Casserole

King Ranch Chicken Casserole
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Recipe: King Ranch Chicken Casserole

This creamy casserole is one of our most popular recipes. Tex-Mex flavor in a big batch will never disappoint at a potluck or casserole swap.

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Mexican Lasagna

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Recipe: Mexican Lasagna

This layered Mexican casserole has everything you crave in an easy one-dish recipe.

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Chalupa Dinner Bowl

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Recipe: Chalupa Dinner Bowl

One-bowl meals are popular for a reason—they’re easy to make and even easier to serve.

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Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup

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Recipe: 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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Hot Black Bean and Corn Dip

Hot Black Bean and Corn Dip
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Recipe: Hot Black Bean and Corn Dip

You probably have these pantry staple ingredients on hand already, and all you have to do is stir them together and bake.

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Super Easy Chicken Nacho Casserole

Super Easy Chicken Nacho Casserole
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Recipe: Super Easy Chicken Nacho Casserole

This layered casserole combines everything you love about nachos in an easy-to-serve recipe.

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Cheesy Sausage Dip

Cheesy Sausage Dip
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Recipe: Cheesy Sausage Dip

This cheesy dip recipe gives stovetop and slow-cooker options to fit your scheduling needs.

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Texas Caviar

Texas Caviar
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Recipe: Texas Caviar

Texas Caviar is a favorite appetizer recipe across the South. Let it chill in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving so the flavors can meld.

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One Pot Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole

One Pot Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole
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Recipe: One Pot Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole

You don’t even have to cook the rice separately for this one-dish dinner that’s perfect for weeknights.

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Cowboy Dip Queso

Cowboy Dip Queso
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Recipe: Cowboy Dip Queso

This loaded cheese dip recipe also includes a recipe for homemade tortilla chips to really impress guests.

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Mexican Chicken Cornbread Casserole

Mexican Chicken Cornbread Casserole
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Recipe: Mexican Chicken Cornbread Casserole

This Mexican casserole gets a Southern spin with a cornbread base, and it’s ready in just 30 minutes.

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Crunchy Taco Cups

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Recipe: Crunchy Taco Cups

Dips have the potential for messes, but these simple taco cups keep the flavor contained for grab-and-go portability.

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Slow Cooker Rotel Dip Chicken Sandwiches

Slow Cooker Rotel Dip Chicken Sandwiches
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Recipe: Slow Cooker Rotel Dip Chicken Sandwiches

This recipe that takes a beloved dip and makes it into an even better sandwich is party-food genius.

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Spinach Cheese Dip

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Recipe: Spinach Cheese Dip

This white queso dip is addicting, and if you like heat, feel free to add more peppers.

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One Pot Turkey Taco Skillet

One Pot Turkey Taco Skillet
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Recipe: One Pot Turkey Taco Skillet

Ground turkey lightens up this flavorful taco recipe. Serve alone, in lettuce cups, over a bed of lettuce, or with flour or corn tortillas.

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Cheesy Rotel Bean Dip

Cheesy Rotel Bean Dip
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Recipe: Cheesy Rotel Bean Dip

To keep this dip warm throughout the party, transfer it to your slow cooker on low.

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Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers

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Recipe: Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers

These stuffed peppers are the best low-carb option for Mexican night if you’re trying to cut back.

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Sausage Queso Dip

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Recipe: Sausage Queso Dip

You won’t find any processed cheese in this five-ingredient party dip recipe.

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Taco Spaghetti Skillet

Taco Spaghetti Skillet
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Recipe: Taco Spaghetti Skillet

Can’t decide between Italian and Mexican for dinner? This one-pot, 30-minute, five-ingredient recipe is here for you.

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Cowboy Queso

Cowboy Queso
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Recipe: Cowboy Queso

This beefy, cheesy dip includes a splash of your favorite ale to add flavor and thicken it up. Cheers!

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    1 of 20 King Ranch Chicken Casserole
    2 of 20 Mexican Lasagna
    3 of 20 Chalupa Dinner Bowl
    4 of 20 Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup
    5 of 20 Hot Black Bean and Corn Dip
    6 of 20 Super Easy Chicken Nacho Casserole
    7 of 20 Cheesy Sausage Dip
    8 of 20 Texas Caviar
    9 of 20 One Pot Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole
    10 of 20 Cowboy Dip Queso
    11 of 20 Mexican Chicken Cornbread Casserole
    12 of 20 Crunchy Taco Cups
    13 of 20 Slow Cooker Rotel Dip Chicken Sandwiches
    14 of 20 Spinach Cheese Dip
    15 of 20 One Pot Turkey Taco Skillet
    16 of 20 Cheesy Rotel Bean Dip
    17 of 20 Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers
    18 of 20 Sausage Queso Dip
    19 of 20 Taco Spaghetti Skillet
    20 of 20 Cowboy Queso

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