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Creamy Boat Dip Made with Sour Cream, Rotel, Cheese & Taco Seasoning

Boat Dip

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with zesty taco flavor, Boat Dip is the ultimate no-bake summer appetizer—perfect for chips, parties, and relaxing by the water.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6–8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 (16 oz) container of sour cream
  • 1 (10 oz) can of Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), drained
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 packet of taco seasoning (about 1 oz)
  • 1 cup crumbled cooked bacon (optional)
  • 2–3 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Drain the Rotel to remove excess liquid.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix sour cream and taco seasoning until smooth.
  3. Stir in the drained Rotel, shredded cheddar cheese, and bacon (if using).
  4. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
  5. Top with chopped green onions before serving with chips or dippers of choice.

Notes

For extra kick, add jalapeños or pepper jack cheese. Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.

  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 4g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: boat dip, summer dip, no bake appetizer, easy dip, taco dip