You can, but it cannot be left unattended like when it's made in a slow cooker. To make rotel cheese dip stove top, you'll brown sausage and ground beef large skillet or cast iron skillet and drain. u003cbr /u003eu003cbr /u003eThen, simply place the rest of ingredients in the skillet with the meat and heat over medium, stirring often, until melted. Be careful to not let the cheese burn. Turn it down to low heat if needed.