Best 7 Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole Recipes

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Comfort food at its finest, chili cheese tater tot casserole combines hearty chili, gooey melted cheese, and crispy golden tater tots into one irresistible dish. The perfect combination of flavors and textures, this classic casserole is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a hearty dish to feed a crowd, this versatile recipe has you covered.

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

CHILI CHEESE TATER TOT CASSEROLE



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A hearty beef and bean chili base is topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and finished with crispy tater tots.

Provided by Amy D

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb ground beef
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 packet chili seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can chili tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can condensed tomato soup
2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 bag tater tots

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a saute pan, cook the hamburger and the onion until the hamburger is well browned. Drain off the fat and return to the pan. Add the chili seasoning, chili tomatoes, condensed tomato soup and chili beans. Mix well and pour into a 9x13 pan.
  • Spread the shredded cheddar cheese over the chili mixture. Layer the tater tots evenly over the top. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-60 minutes or until bubbly and the tater tots have nicely browned and crisped on top.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 8 Servings

CHILI CHEESE TATER TOT CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by jab120638

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bag (32 ounce) tater tots
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 medium onion, chopped
A few shakes of Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
8 ounces tomato sauce
8 ounce can of water (use the empty tomato sauce can)
2 cups (8 ounces) Cheddar cheese, shredded
Sour cream (optional)
Green onions, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit Arrange the tater tots in the bottom of a 9x13-in. baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble the beef with the salt, pepper and onion until the beef is no longer pink. Drain if necessary. Return the mixture to the skillet. Add the Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, tomato sauce and water to the skillet. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency. (I like ours the consistency of Sloppy Joe's, but make yours how you like it). Top the baked tater tots with the chili. Sprinkle with the cheese. Return to the oven and bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through. To serve, top individual portions with sour cream and green onions, if desired. The chili cooks while the tater tots partially bake .... but if you really wanted to, you could use canned chili instead and save yourself that step - although, I highly recommend making the chili yourself. It just tastes better in my humble opinion. I did not put beans in this ... but if you want to, feel free to add a can of drained and rinsed beans. A few shakes of Worcestershire sauce Preheat oven to 400°F. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble the beef with the salt, pepper and onion until the beef is no longer pink. Drain if necessary. Return the mixture to the skillet. Add the Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, cumin, tomato sauce and water to the skillet. Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your desired consistency. (I like ours the consistency of Sloppy Joe's, but make yours how you like it). Top the baked tater tots with the chili. Sprinkle with the cheese. Return to the oven and bake an additional 10-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is heated through. To serve, top individual portions with sour cream and green onions, if desired.

CHILI DOG & TATER TOT CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Chili Dog & Tater Tot Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Erv Kosch

Categories     Potluck

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (24 ounce) can chili
8 hot dogs
1 (32 ounce) package frozen tater tots
8 ounces cheddar cheese
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 450 degrees.
  • Pour your Chili into a 9" X 13" pan. If the sauce doesn't comfortably cover the pan mix in a 1/4 cup of ketchup.
  • Cut up the Hot Dogs and mix into the chili.
  • Make sure the hot dogs have at least some chili sauce on them or they will burn.
  • Put as many frozen tater tots on top of mixture as they will fit without overlapping. A uniform pattern cooks better and faster.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until tots are golden brown.
  • Reduce the heat to 350 degrees.
  • Lightly dust with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Sprinkle the cheese on top of the tots and bake for another 10 minutes or until the cheese begins to brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 652, Fat 43.9, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 68.2, Sodium 1676.2, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 2.7, Protein 20.1

TATER TOTS(R) CASSEROLE



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Quick and easy casserole everyone will love.

Provided by barryzimm

Categories     Tater Tots® Casserole

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (16 ounce) package frozen tater tots

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink and completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes; season with salt and black pepper. Stir cream of mushroom soup into the cooked ground beef; pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer tater tots evenly over the ground beef mixture; top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake until tater tots are golden brown and hot, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 700.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

CHILI TOTS



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Cook once and eat twice with this hearty Southwestern casserole from Linda Baldwin of Long Beach, California. With help from a few convenience products, it quickly goes together before you freeze it or pop it into the oven to bake.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
2 cans (15 ounces each) chili without beans
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili, tomato sauce, olives and green chilies. Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle with cheese; top with Tater Tots. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. , Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through. , To use frozen casserole: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 297 calories, Fat 18g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 761mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

CHEESY CHILI TOTS



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Cook once and eat twice with this hearty Southwestern casserole. With help from a few convenience products, it quickly goes together before you freeze it or pop it into the oven to bake.-Linda Baldwin, Long Beach, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound ground beef
2 cans (15 ounces each) chili with beans
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in the chili, tomato sauce, olives and chilies. Transfer to two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Sprinkle with 1 cup cheese; top with Tater Tots. Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 3 months. , Cover and bake the remaining casserole at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. , To use frozen casserole: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Cover and bake at 350° for 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours or until heated through. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

CHILI TATER TOT CASSEROLE



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I looked at Tater Tot casseroles on Recipezaar to see if there was one like this, and I didn't find a recipe. A friend of mine told me how she makes the casserole and the other recipe's are similar to hers. But what do you do when you want potatoes and chili? Use what brands you like, this is what I picked up in the grocery. Big casserole for a big crowd or left overs.

Provided by KissaMew

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 1 casserole, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb lean ground beef
1 lb ground turkey
1 (40 ounce) can dennison's chili con carne
3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1 (28 ounce) bag ore ida extra crispy tater tots
1 dash Tabasco sauce, here and there

Steps:

  • In a 10 inch cast iron skillet, brown the ground beef and ground turkey together. Season as you like.
  • I used a 13 x 9 oval Pyrex casserole dish.
  • Put the meats in the casserole dish.
  • Pour the can of chili over the meats and blend together, pat down into the dish.
  • Sprinkle the grated cheese liberally over the meat-chili mix, create a NICE layer of cheese.
  • Pour the Tater Tots out of the bag onto the top off the cheese and even them out so they heat evenly, sprinkle a little seasoning over the top if you like.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for about 35 to 40 minute, until tater tot are heated and cheese is melted.
  • Scoop onto platters and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 936, Fat 57.7, SaturatedFat 24.8, Cholesterol 189, Sodium 1867, Carbohydrate 52.4, Fiber 9.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 52.1

Tips:

  • Prep ingredients beforehand: To save time and ensure smooth cooking, measure and prepare all ingredients before starting the recipe.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients, especially vegetables, add a vibrant flavor and texture to the casserole. Try to use fresh ingredients whenever possible.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When browning the ground beef, avoid overcrowding the pan. This will prevent even cooking and result in steamed meat.
  • Season generously: Don't be shy with the seasonings! A well-seasoned casserole is a flavorful casserole. Adjust the seasonings to your taste preference.
  • Use a good quality cheese: The type of cheese you use can greatly impact the flavor of the casserole. Opt for a flavorful cheese that melts well, such as cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend of cheeses.
  • Don't overcook the tater tots: Tater tots should be cooked through but still retain a slight crunch. Overcooking can make them mushy.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving: Allowing the casserole to rest for a few minutes before serving helps the flavors meld and the casserole to set. This will result in a more cohesive and enjoyable dish.

Conclusion:

With its combination of savory ground beef, tender vegetables, crispy tater tots, and melted cheese, the Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that's perfect for a family meal or a casual get-together. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your liking by adjusting the seasonings and choosing different toppings. Whether you serve it as a main course or a side dish, this casserole is sure to be a hit. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds satisfied and your belly full. Happy cooking!

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