Go Back
+ servings
Smoked Queso with Steak Bites

Smoked Queso with Steak Bites for the Ultimate Flavor Feast

Experience the delicious Smoked Queso with Steak Bites, a crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Steak Bites
  • 1 pound Ribeye or Sirloin Steak Choose well-marbled cuts for juiciness.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Coats steak for seasoning.
  • 2 tablespoons Spice Rub (Hasty Bake) Customize with your favorite spices.
For the Queso
  • 1 pound Velveeta Cheese Creamy base for dipping.
  • 8 ounces Sharp Cheddar Cheese Adds tanginess.
  • 8 ounces Pepper Jack Cheese Adjust spice based on preference.
  • 1 can Rotel Tomatoes Infuses acidity.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Adjust consistency as needed.
  • 1 small Diced White Onion Finely diced for smoothness.
  • 8 ounces Cooked Chorizo Optional for smoky flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Pickled Jalapeños Customize heat level.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin For flavor enhancement.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • Hasty Bake Grill
  • Cast-iron Skillet
  • Grill Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the grill by preheating your Hasty Bake Grill to a temperature between 225-250°F for indirect cooking.
  2. Cut the steak into bite-sized cubes, toss in olive oil, and season with spice rub. Smoke the steak bites for 20-30 minutes.
  3. In a cast-iron skillet, combine cheeses, Rotel tomatoes, heavy cream, diced onion, and cooked chorizo. Melt on the grill.
  4. Gently fold in the smoked steak bites, letting everything meld together for an additional 10 minutes.
  5. Serve hot with tortilla chips, veggies, or toasted bread. Garnish if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 500mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!