The Crock Pot Cajun Crab Dip recipe combines flavors of the Southwest with creamy cheeses and savory crabmeat, perfect for any gathering or snack time. Here’s a detailed look at the recipe:
Crock Pot Cajun Crab Dip
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Recipe Category: Spreads
- Keywords: Lunch/Snacks, Crab, Cheese, Fruit, Vegetable, Cajun, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., Kid Friendly, Potluck, Spicy, Weeknight, Beginner Cook, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- 6 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 can Rotel Tomatoes (10 oz), undrained
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Tabasco sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1 lb crabmeat (fresh or canned)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 449.2
- Fat: 28.4g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
- Sodium: 2145.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.9g
- Sugar: 7.7g
- Protein: 36.1g
Instructions:
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Sauté Onions and Peppers: In a skillet, sauté the chopped green onions and red pepper in butter until softened.
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Prepare Crock Pot: Transfer the sautéed onions and peppers into a crock pot. Add the cubed Velveeta cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, undrained Rotel Tomatoes, garlic powder, and Tabasco sauce. Stir to combine.
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Cook in Crock Pot: Cover the crock pot and cook on high heat until the cheeses are fully melted and the mixture is smooth, stirring occasionally. This usually takes about 30 minutes.
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Add Crabmeat: Once the cheeses are melted, add the crabmeat to the crock pot. Stir gently to incorporate the crabmeat into the cheese mixture.
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Continue Cooking: Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking the dip for approximately 60 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the dip to heat through.
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Serve: Once heated through and thoroughly combined, serve the Cajun Crab Dip warm directly from the crock pot. It can be served with tortilla chips, crackers, or as suggested, spread on flour tortillas, rolled up, and sliced into bite-size hors d’oeuvres.
Additional Tips:
- Adjust the spiciness of the dip by varying the amount of Tabasco sauce used.
- Fresh crabmeat works wonderfully in this recipe, but canned crabmeat is a convenient alternative.
- This dip can be prepared ahead of time and reheated gently before serving.
Reviews and Rating:
- Aggregated Rating: 4.5 stars
- Review Count: 4
This Crock Pot Cajun Crab Dip recipe not only promises bold flavors but also provides flexibility in serving, making it a hit for parties, potlucks, or casual snacking at home. The combination of creamy cheeses, zesty tomatoes, and tender crabmeat ensures a satisfying dip that’s sure to please a crowd.
