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Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Sally Thompson
Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food packed with creamy shredded chicken, crispy golden tater tots, smoky bacon, and layers of melted cheese. This easy dinner recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, cozy family dinners, potlucks, and game-day gatherings. Every bite combines creamy, cheesy, crispy, and savory textures that make this casserole completely irresistible. If you are looking for quick dinner ideas, easy casserole recipes, comfort food meals, or family-friendly food ideas, this cheesy chicken casserole is guaranteed to become a favorite. It is simple to prepare, incredibly filling, and made with everyday ingredients that deliver big flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 520 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups frozen tater tots
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 10.5 ounces condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cooked bacon crumbles
  • 1/2 cup diced green onions
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 tablespoon butter for greasing the baking dish

Instructions
 

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  • 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  • 3. Add shredded chicken, bell peppers, half of the bacon, half of the green onions, one cup cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese to the bowl. Mix thoroughly.
  • 4. Spread the chicken mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  • 5. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer across the top of the casserole.
  • 6. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots.
  • 7. Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes or until the casserole is bubbling and the tater tots are golden brown.
  • 8. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes if you want extra crispy tater tots.
  • 9. Remove from the oven and top with the remaining bacon and green onions.
  • 10. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Freshly shredded cheese melts better and creates a creamier texture than pre-packaged shredded cheese.
For crispier tater tots, arrange them in a single layer and avoid overcrowding the casserole dish.
Rotisserie chicken works perfectly in this recipe because it saves time and adds extra flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 980mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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