Best 5 Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tots Casserole Recipes

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Chicken bacon ranch tater tots casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish made with crispy tater tots, tender chicken, flavorful bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and a blend of spices. It's the perfect comfort food for a weeknight dinner or a game day gathering. With just a few simple steps, you can create this delicious and filling casserole that's sure to be a hit with the whole family.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHICKEN BACON RANCH TATER TOTS™ CASSEROLE



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Our favorite flavor trinity - chicken, bacon and ranch - comes together in this creamy, cheesy Tater Tots™ casserole that your family is sure to request again and again.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend (8 oz)
1 package (1 oz) ranch dressing & seasoning mix
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 bag (32 oz) Ore-Ida™ Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes
1/2 cup chopped cooked bacon
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 8- or 10-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Cook onion in oil 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.
  • In medium bowl, stir onion, condensed soup, sour cream, milk, 1 cup of the cheese, 2 tablespoons of the dressing mix and the black pepper until mixed well; stir in chicken.
  • Place half of the frozen potatoes in single layer on bottom of baking dish. Spoon and spread chicken mixture on top of potatoes; sprinkle 1/4 cup of the bacon on top.
  • In large resealable food-storage plastic bag, add remaining potatoes with remaining dressing mix; seal and shake bag to coat. Arrange on top of casserole.
  • Bake 40 minutes; top casserole with remaining 1 cup cheese and 1/4 cup bacon.
  • Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and potatoes are lightly browned. Top with tomatoes and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1130 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

CROCKPOT CHICKEN BACON RANCH TATER TOT CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Crockpot Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by mikeimmell

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons butter
1 small onion, finely chopped, approximately 1 cup
2 stalks of celery, finely chopped, approximately 1/2 cup
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
1 - 2 lb package of tater tots, divided
1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheese, divided
8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided (I used maple bacon)
1 cup milk
1 package dry ranch dressing mix (I used Hidden Ranch original)
2 cups of frozen mixed vegetables, divided, optional
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh or dried parsley flakes
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a small sauce pan and cook the onion and celery until they are soft and translucent in appearance, approximately 3 minutes. Add the finely chopped garlic and continue cooking approximately 2 minutes, being careful not to burn the garlic. Set aside. Place 1/2 the tater tots on the bottom of a crock pot, that has been sprayed with Pam and sprinkle with 1/2 of the cooked onions, garlic and celery. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the cheese and 1/3 of the bacon over top. Place chicken pieces and 1 cup of the mixed vegetables on top and season with salt and pepper. Place another layer of 1/2 cup of cheese and 1/3 of the bacon crumbles over top. Place another layer of tater tots, cooked onions, celery and garlic, and the mixed vegetables on top, season again with salt and pepper and cover with the remaining cheese and bacon crumbles. Mix the milk with the dry ranch dressing seasoning mix and pour over top OR pour 1 cup of prepared Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing and 1/4 cup of milk over the top. Sprinkle the fresh or dry parsley flakes over the top. Bake in the crock pot for 1 hour on high and then turned it to low for an additional 3 hours. Please be sure to keep an eye on your crock pot while its cooking as different sized crock pot models cook differently. Yours might be just fine at 4 hours on low. Note: you can omit the milk and the Hidden Valley Ranch dry Mix and Substitute 1 cup of already prepared bottled Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing and 1/4 cup of milk in its place if you don't keep the Dry Hidden Valley Mix on hand in your cabinet. These directions are for a 6 qt slow cooker.

CHICKEN BACON RANCH CASSEROLE



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Tastes just like chicken bacon ranch pizza. Serve with salad, garlic bread, or French fries. Might be good with onions.

Provided by Luke M.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 2h3m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch dressing mix (such as Hidden Valley Ranch®)
1 pound bacon
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 (15 ounce) jars Alfredo sauce, divided
⅓ cup milk
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (16 ounce) package penne pasta
4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange chicken on the baking sheet.
  • Bake chicken in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Dice chicken and place in a bowl; add ranch mix and stir until coated.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels, reserving bacon grease in the skillet. Crumble bacon into small pieces.
  • Heat reserved bacon grease in the skillet; cook and stir bell pepper until slightly tender, 2 to 3 minutes. Add chicken, 1 jar Alfredo sauce, milk, and garlic; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil; add penne and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain.
  • Pour 1/2 the jar of remaining Alfredo sauce into a casserole dish; top with 1/2 of the penne, 1/2 of the chicken mixture, 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, and 1/2 of the bacon. Repeat layering with remaining ingredients in the same order ending with 1 cup mozzarella cheese and bacon on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until casserole is bubbling and cheese is lightly browned, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.2 calories, Carbohydrate 33.9 g, Cholesterol 105.9 mg, Fat 34.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 37.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.2 g, Sodium 1407.4 mg, Sugar 4.5 g

CHICKEN BACON RANCH CASSEROLE



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This chicken bacon ranch casserole is a dinner that both of my wonderful (but picky!) children will eat. I can easily make it ahead and then bake it right before serving. Sometimes I add 2 cups of cooked veggies, like peas or chopped broccoli, for a complete meal. -Rebekah Schultz, Mantua, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) uncooked spiral pasta
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/2 cup ranch salad dressing
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
8 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
2 cups shredded Colby cheese, divided
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. , In the same pan, combine milk, ranch salad dressing and salad dressing mix until smooth. Stir in cream cheese. Cook and stir over medium heat until cream cheese is melted; pour over pasta. Stir in chicken, bacon and 1 cup cheddar cheese. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through and cheese is melted, 15-20 minutes. If desired, sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 495 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 80mg cholesterol, Sodium 710mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

SLOW COOKER CHICKEN CASSEROLE WITH BACON, TATER TOTS®, AND CHEESE



Slow Cooker Chicken Casserole with Bacon, Tater Tots®, and Cheese image

Our family enjoys this any time of year, but mostly during the summer when you don't want an oven heating up your house, but want a hot home-cooked meal.

Provided by Natasha Douglas

Categories     Chicken Casserole

Time 3h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ounces bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite size pieces
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
1 ½ cups grated Colby cheese
1 ½ slices grated Monterey Jack cheese
¾ cup milk

Steps:

  • Place bacon pieces in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon on paper towels. Crumble once cool enough to handle.
  • Season chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Grease the bottom of a slow cooker with bacon grease and layer 1/2 of the potato nuggets on the bottom. Sprinkle with 1/2 of the bacon bits. Mix Colby cheese and Monterey Jack cheese together in a bowl and sprinkle 1/3 of the cheese mixture on top. Add chicken in 1 layer and top with 1/2 of the remaining cheese mixture. Sprinkle with remaining bacon bits and top with remaining potato nuggets. Sprinkle rest of the cheese mixture on top and pour milk over everything.
  • Cover the slow cooker and cook on High until chicken is cooked though and cheese has melted, 3 to 5 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.4 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 85.4 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 703.5 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

Tips:

  • Use frozen tater tots for convenience. You can also use refrigerated tater tots, but they will take longer to cook.
  • Cook the bacon until it is crispy. This will give the casserole a smoky flavor.
  • Use a creamy ranch dressing. This will help to bind the casserole together and make it extra creamy.
  • Add shredded chicken to the casserole. This will add protein and make the casserole more filling.
  • Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese. This will give the casserole a golden brown crust.
  • Bake the casserole until it is bubbly and hot. The casserole is done when the cheese is melted and the tater tots are cooked through.

Conclusion:

Chicken bacon ranch tater tot casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make casserole that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be ready in under an hour. This casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends, and it is a great way to use up leftover chicken or bacon.

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