Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake Recipe
Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake is a comforting American casserole featuring shredded chicken mixed with ranch dressing and spices, topped with crispy frozen tater tots and melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make, hearty dish is perfect for a family meal or potluck, offering a delightful combination of creamy, cheesy, and savory flavors with a crunchy top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Topping
- 3 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking your casserole.
- Mix Chicken and Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken with ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder, mixing well to evenly coat the chicken with flavors.
- Assemble Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish, then spread the chicken mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Add Tater Tots: Evenly layer the frozen tater tots over the chicken mixture, covering it completely.
- Sprinkle Cheese: Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the tater tots.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve hot and enjoy your delicious tater tot bake.
Notes
- For a spicier twist, add diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture before assembling.
- This dish can be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
- Substitute cooked turkey or a plant-based protein for chicken to create a different variation.
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