Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Dip

Begin by placing strips of bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, frequently rotating the pieces to achieve an even browning, approximately 10 minutes. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, retaining the flavorful drippings in the skillet.

Next, chop ground beef into small pieces and add it to the same skillet. Continue cooking and stirring constantly until the meat is fully browned, typically 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the cooked ground beef from the skillet and set it aside, returning the skillet to the stovetop.

Reduce the heat to a lower setting and re-add the ground beef to the skillet. Stir in a mixture of diced tomatoes, green chile peppers, cream cheese, and shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese until well combined. Add crumbled bacon to the beef mixture, reserving a small amount for garnish purposes; cook and stir until the cheese begins to melt, approximately 2 to 3 minutes.

Transfer the beef mixture to a slow cooker and cook on Low for 2 to 3 hours, or until hot and bubbly. Stir in some fresh parsley into the dip before serving.

Finally, garnish with the reserved bacon and keep the slow cooker set to Low for a convenient serving experience.