Smoked Queso Dip Leftover Beef Brisket Recipe

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This Smoked Queso Dip using Leftover Brisket Recipe gives new life to smoked beef brisket so not a single bite of beef is waisted.

Cheesy Smoked Queso Dip loaded with corn, black beans and chopped brisket is a recipe you will make over and over and be glad you have leftovers.

Need to know how to smoke brisket in the first place, go read this post: Smoked Beef Brisket Tips and Tricks

Leftover Brisket Recipes

Someone in the comments is sure to tell me that they have never had leftover brisket because they make the best, well congrats for you.

I have a small family and When I smoke a 14-pound packer brisket there are going to be some leftovers.

We often slice and vacuum seal the leftover brisket or make sandwiches or leftover brisket tacos but this smoked queso dip is my favorite way to use up beef brisket when Im looking for the ultimate comfort food recipe.

Smoked Queso Dip is simple to make and we normally have all the ingredients in the pantry already so its always convenient.

Ingredient List for Smoked Queso Dip with Leftover Brisket

• Smoked Brisket Chopped (leftover meat)
• Velveeta cubed
•  Corn drained (13.5 oz)
• Fire Roasted Tomatoes drained (13.5 oz)
• Black Beans drained (13.5 oz)
• BBQ Sauce
• BBQ Dry Rub
• Scallions Sliced (or red onions)
• Jalapeno Diced
• Diced Mini Bell Peppers (optional)
• Chopped Cilantro (optional)

Dippers

• 12 oz Tortilla Chips
• 1 box Triscuits

Step By Step Instructions For Queso Dip

1. In a food Processor pulse 1 lb of cooked smoked brisket until chopped into even pieces. Add Chopped Brisket along with all other ingredients to a 8 inch Skillet. Dont wporry if its filled to the top, it will cook down as the Velveeta melts
2. Set your Smoker to 325 degrees F. and cook Queso Dip for about 30 minutes. Stir the ingridents togerther until the cheese is fully melted then cook for an aditional 10 minutes until the Queso Dip is bubbling.
3. Top the Smoked Queso Dip with Chopped Cilantro and diced Bell Peppers (optional) and serve with your favorite dippers

Pro Tips and Variations

Adding Spice: We all have different thresholds for heat and a little bit can go a long way. You can add red pepper flakes, jalapeño peppers or hot sauce to kick up the heat.

Cool it Down: If the brisket queso dip is too hot you can always add a little brown sugar or you’re favorite barbecue sauce to balance out the spice. You can also add a dollop of sour cream for the perfect way to cool down your tongue.

Storage: This queso dip will last about 4-5 days in the fridge, You can freeze it for up to 90 days in a sealed container as well.

Reheating: Leftover beef brisket queso dip is a delicious recipe but its even better reheated the next day. The best method for reheating is using a slow cooker or just simmer over medium heat in a cast iron skillet covered with aluminum foil.

Variations: You can do a lot more with this recipe than just dipping. Pour some queso over rice pilaf and stir it together to make gooey chessy rice or pour the queso on top of some brisket sandwiches Brisket nachos or taquitos for the perfect way to get the most out of your brisket leftovers.

Click here to checkout my amazing golden brown smoked Brisket Egg Roll Recipe that will blow you away.

More Leftover BBQ Ideas

• Chicken Fajita Egg Rolls in the Air Fryer
• Cast Iron Keto Buffalo Chicken Dip
• Cast Iron Cuban Casserole
• Reuben Dip
• Southwest Smoked Pork Dip

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