Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole with a Crunchy Top

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Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole with a Crunchy Top
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 13, 2024

This Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that the whole family will love. Tender chicken mixed with creamy sauce, topped with crispy tater tots and melted cheese, makes for a satisfying meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
  3. Spread the chicken mixture in a greased baking dish.
  4. Top with a layer of frozen tater tots.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.

Interesting Facts

  • Tater tots were invented in 1953 by the Ore-Ida company as a way to use up leftover potato scraps.
  • Casseroles became popular in America during the mid-20th century as a convenient and economical way to feed a family.