# Pioneer Woman Slow Cooker Queso

This creamy Pioneer Woman Slow Cooker Queso is a spicy appetizer made with white American cheese, pepper jack, half-and-half, garlic, and jalapeños.

- Servings: 8 servings
- Prep time: 10 min
- Cook time: 50 min
- Total time: 65 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Appetizer
- Diet: vegetarian
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 12 oz white american cheese
- 4 oz pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 2/3 cup half-and-half
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 whole jalapeño pepper, chopped
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 4 oz green chilies, drained
- diced tomatoes (optional)
- chopped cilantro (optional)
- sliced fresh jalapeño (optional)

## Instructions

1. In your slow cooker, combine the white American cheese, shredded pepper jack cheese, half-and-half, finely chopped garlic, finely chopped jalapeño, and ground black pepper. Give the mixture a thorough stir to ensure everything is well incorporated.
2. Cover the slow cooker and set it to high. Allow the queso to cook for 50 minutes; remember to stir the mixture once at the halfway mark to keep the cheese from sticking and burning.
3. Once 50 minutes have passed, open the slow cooker and stir in the drained green chilies thoroughly into the hot cheese mixture.
4. Carefully transfer the hot queso into a serving bowl. Garnish the top generously with freshly diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, and slices of fresh jalapeños.

## Equipment

- slow cooker
- serving bowl

## Tips

- Control spice by reducing or increasing jalapeños to your taste preference.
- Prevent separation by regular stirring to keep the cheese mixture smooth and avoid sticking.
- Try using different cheeses like mozzarella or gouda to explore new flavors.
- For more developed flavors, cook on low for up to 2 hours instead of high.
- Add a small amount of beer for richer flavor just before serving.
- It is best to shred your own cheese; pre-shredded cheese often contains anti-caking agents that can affect smoothness.
- If the queso becomes too thick, thin it by stirring in a small amount of milk or cream.
- If the queso separates, reduce the heat and add a spoonful of lemon juice, then stir vigorously.
- If using sliced white American cheese from the deli, stack the slices about 1/2-inch high, then dice them for quick melting.

## Source

- Original video: https://delishsides.com/pioneer-woman-slow-cooker-queso/?utm_source=Pinterest&utm_medium=organic
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/aaef3496-3a5c-4a88-b955-f35d5c2669be
- Extracted: 2026-10-11

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