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Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Cracked Out Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish that combines shredded chicken, crispy tater tots, a creamy soup base, cheese, and vegetables into a delicious baked casserole. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers a satisfying blend of creamy, crunchy, and savory flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein

  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken

Vegetables

  • 1 cup frozen peas, corn, or green beans
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Dairy

  • 1½ cups shredded cheese blend (cheddar and mozzarella)

Base & Seasonings

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika

Topping

  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Ingredients: Cook and shred the chicken, chop any fresh vegetables, and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready when you assemble the casserole.
  2. Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the cream of chicken or mushroom soup, shredded chicken, frozen vegetables, chopped onion, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and paprika. Stir until all ingredients are evenly coated and well mixed.
  3. Transfer to Baking Dish: Grease a casserole dish and pour the prepared chicken mixture into it, spreading it out evenly to ensure balanced flavor in every bite.
  4. Add Cheese and Tater Tots: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese blend generously over the chicken mixture, then arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top to ensure crispy, golden coverage when baked.
  5. Bake to Perfection: Place the casserole uncovered in the oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until the tater tots are crispy and golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly with slight browning.
  6. Let it Rest: Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for about 5 to 10 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors meld and makes it easier to slice.

Notes

  • Use warm shredded chicken to help keep the casserole hot when served.
  • Do not overcrowd the casserole dish to ensure even heating and crispiness.
  • Layer tater tots evenly for consistent golden crisp topping.
  • Consider using smoked cheese for added flavor depth.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving to set and avoid messy portions.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 700 mg
  • Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 36 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 85 mg

Keywords: chicken casserole, tater tot casserole, comfort food, easy casserole, family dinner, baked casserole, creamy chicken, crispy tater tots

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