Best 12 Tater Tots Casserole Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delights! In this article, we embark on a journey to uncover the secrets of crafting the ultimate tater tots casserole, a dish that combines the crispy crunch of tater tots with a symphony of flavors and textures. Whether you're a seasoned home chef or just starting your culinary adventure, we've got you covered. Get ready to explore a medley of recipes, each promising a unique twist on this classic comfort food. From traditional to innovative, these recipes cater to diverse tastes and preferences. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's dive into the delicious world of tater tots casserole!

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

TATER TOTS® CASSEROLE



Tater Tots® Casserole image

My family loves this casserole. It is easy to prepare and makes enough for two meals. Serve with a crisp salad and fresh pineapple for a complete meal your family will love!

Provided by Kristy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable     Tater Tots¨

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
1 (32 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®), divided
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Montreal-style steak seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
½ cup grated Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 13x9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread 20 potato nuggets in the casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until warmed through, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Season beef mixture with 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, steak seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • Stir cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl.
  • Smash the warmed potato nuggets in the casserole dish to cover the bottom completely. Spread ground beef mixture over the mashed potato nuggets. Pour soup mixture evenly over the beef layer. Top with remaining potato nuggets and sprinkle 1 cup Cheddar cheese evenly over the nuggets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until casserole is bubbly and potatoes golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 60.6 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1130.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

BACON CHEESEBURGER TATER TOTS™ CASSEROLE



Bacon Cheeseburger Tater Tots™ Casserole image

Good news! You don't go through all the work of making a bacon cheeseburger and fries; you can enjoy that classic flavor by pulling together a few simple ingredients, popping your casserole dish in the oven and waiting for a big, bold homemade dinner to be ready in less than an hour.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons Montreal steak grill seasoning
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of onion soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1 bag (32 oz) Ore-Ida™ Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes
4 slices cooked bacon, coarsely chopped
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1/4 cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown; drain, and return to skillet. Stir in seasoning, soup and sour cream; stir to blend completely.
  • Place half of the frozen potatoes in single layer in baking dish. Spoon beef mixture on top. Top with half of the chopped bacon, 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese, the remaining frozen potatoes, then remaining 1 cup cheese.
  • Bake 40 minutes; top with remaining chopped bacon. Bake 5 to 10 minutes or until casserole edges are bubbly and potatoes are lightly browned. Sprinkle with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 34 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1280 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g

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

CHEESEBURGER CASSEROLE WITH TATER TOTS®



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This cheeseburger casserole was my favorite dish my mom made while I was growing up, and now it is my husband's favorite. With crisp Tater Tots® and ooey-gooey Cheddar cheese, how can you go wrong?

Provided by Stacey Prevette

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable     Tater Tots¨

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large onion, chopped into 1-inch pieces
butter-flavored cooking spray (such as Pam®)
2 pounds ground beef
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed golden mushroom soup (such as Campbell's®)
3 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (32 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)

Steps:

  • Place onion in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with water. Microwave on High until soft, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Transfer beef to the prepared casserole dish and spread onion pieces evenly over top. Spread soup over the onions and sprinkle Cheddar cheese evenly over soup. Layer frozen potato nuggets in rows on top of the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Lightly spray the potato nuggets with cooking spray, and bake until cooked through and crunchy, about 10 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.3 g, Cholesterol 84.6 mg, Fat 31.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 23.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 921.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

IMPOSSIBLY EASY TATER TOTS™ CHEESEBURGER CASSEROLE



Impossibly Easy Tater Tots™ Cheeseburger Casserole image

Tater Tots™ casserole meets Bisquick™ in this Impossibly Easy Cheeseburger Pie-and it's a match made in comfort-food heaven. Hearty, family friendly and easy to make, this casserole is freezable and feeds a crowd. Serve with ketchup, mustard and pickles for extra cheeseburger flavor.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 1/2 cups chopped onion (1 1/2 medium)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (12 oz)
3/4 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 1/2 cups milk
3 eggs, beaten
1 bag (32 oz) Ore-Ida™ Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until beef is brown; drain. Stir in salt and pepper. Spread in dish. Sprinkle with 2 cups of the cheese.
  • In medium bowl, stir Bisquick™ mix, milk and eggs with whisk until blended. Pour into baking dish. Arrange frozen potatoes on top of casserole.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until potatoes are browned. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1 cup cheese; bake 3 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and knife inserted in center comes out clean (165°F in center). Let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  • To make ahead: Cook beef mixture; spread in baking dish. Refrigerate uncovered 30 minutes. Sprinkle with 2 cups of the cheese; pour Bisquick™ mixture over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight. To bake: Heat oven to 400°F. Uncover casserole; arrange frozen potatoes on top. Bake and top with cheese as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 690, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 185 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 3 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1500 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 1 g

SLOPPY JOE TATER TOTS™ CASSEROLE



Sloppy Joe Tater Tots™ Casserole image

Sloppy Joes meet Tater Tots™ in this casserole that's light on prep and loaded with flavor--and sure to be a hit with the entire family.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
1 can (15 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce
2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 bag (32 oz) Ore-Ida™ Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
1/4 cup chopped dill pickles

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 7 to 9 minutes, stirring frequently, until brown; drain, and return to skillet. Stir in tomato sauce, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard and salt. Cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until boiling.
  • Place half of the frozen potatoes in single layer in bottom of baking dish. Pour beef mixture on top. Top with 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese, then the remaining potatoes, then remaining 1 cup of cheese.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and potatoes are lightly browned. Top with chopped pickles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1240 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1/2 g

GREEN CHILE TATER TOTS™ CASSEROLE



Green Chile Tater Tots™ Casserole image

Hearty ground beef and green chiles are layered between Tater Tots™ in this deliciously cheesy casserole that's quick to assemble and serve.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
2 cans (4.5 oz each) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
1 can (10.5 oz) condensed Cheddar cheese soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (6 oz)
1 bag (32 oz) Ore-Ida™ Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes
2 tablespoons sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef and onion over medium-high heat 8 to 9 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown; drain. Reduce heat to medium; stir in chiles, soup, sour cream and salt until well blended.
  • Place half of the Tater Tots™ in single layer on bottom of baking dish. Pour beef mixture on top. Top with 1 cup of the Cheddar cheese, then with remaining Tater Tots™, then with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until casserole is bubbly and Tater Tots™ are lightly browned. Top with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 4, Fiber 3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1240 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 1 g

TATER TOTS AND GROUND BEEF CASSEROLE



Tater Tots and Ground Beef Casserole image

Make and share this Tater Tots and Ground Beef Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Viclynn

Categories     Meat

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 lb tater tots potato, thawed (or use french fries)
2 cups frozen green peas, thawed
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup (or use cream of chicken)
3/4 cup water
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon parsley
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Brown ground beef and onion in medium skillet. Cool.
  • Spray 13x9x2 pan with cooking spray. Layer half the beef mixture, half the potatoes, and half the fries. Repeat layers.
  • In a bowl, mix the remaining ingredients. Pour over beef/potato mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.6, Fat 14.8, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 51.4, Sodium 574, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 7.5, Protein 21.3

MOM'S TATER TOTS CASSEROLE



Mom's Tater Tots Casserole image

My mom had a way with taking inexpensive or left-over meat and cream soups and inventing wonderful casseroles. Here's one of my childhood favorites.

Provided by Karen Hertzberg

Categories     Kid Friendly

Time 1h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 cup celery, diced
1 small onion, diced (optional)
1 lb ground beef
1 (32 ounce) package frozen tater tots
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup (or cream of chicken soup)
3/4 cup milk
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In medium skillet over medium heat, sauté celery and onion in butter.
  • Pour into large bowl and set aside (do not add to casserole dish yet).
  • In skillet, brown the beef.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste (I sometimes add a dash of garlic salt).
  • Combine meat with celery and onion mixture.
  • Place 1 layer of Tater Tots in the bottom of a round casserole dish.
  • Top with meat mixture.
  • Add another layer of Tater Tots on top of the meat.
  • In separate bowl, combine soup and milk.
  • Pour soup mixture evenly over top of casserole.
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour.
  • Cover with foil if Tater Tots get too brown.

CHICKEN FAJITA TATER TOTS™ CASSEROLE



Chicken Fajita Tater Tots™ Casserole image

This cheesy, creamy, South-of-the-border casserole is packed with chicken, peppers and onions and topped with everybody's favorite: Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large onion, sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 jalapeño chile, seeded, finely chopped
1 tablespoon Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
2 cups sour cream
1 bag (32 oz) Ore-Ida™ Tater Tots™ frozen potatoes
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky medium salsa (from 16-oz jar)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, bell peppers and jalapeño chile; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until vegetables are just crisp-tender. Add flour and taco seasoning mix. Cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in tomatoes and green chiles. Heat to simmering. Remove from heat; stir in chicken, 1 cup of the cheese and 1 cup of the sour cream.
  • Place half of the frozen potatoes in single layer in baking dish. Spoon chicken mixture on top. Top with remaining frozen potatoes, then remaining 1 cup cheese.
  • Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until casserole edges are bubbly and potatoes are lightly browned. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with salsa and remaining 1 cup sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 600, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1380 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g

OLE ! TATER TOTS CASSEROLE



Ole ! Tater Tots Casserole image

Make and share this Ole ! Tater Tots Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Potato

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cups tater tots, frozen
1 (16 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon oregano, crumbled
1 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies, chopped and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup cheddar cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Put frozen Tater Tots into a 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish.
  • Mix with tomatoes with oregano, spoon over the potatoes.
  • In a small bowl, stir sour cream, milk, chiles and salt together.
  • Spoon over top over the tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and bake 25 minutes.

TATER TOTS TUNA CASSEROLE



Tater Tots Tuna Casserole image

Make and share this Tater Tots Tuna Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by wendy june

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (6 ounce) can tuna
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can mushroom soup
1 (32 ounce) bag frozen tater tots
1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar)
cooking spray

Steps:

  • Put bag of tater tots in a 13x9-inch casserole dish sprayed with Pam then spread tuna over that. Put soup over that.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 350° for about 40 minutes. Spread cheese and cook until melted.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your tater tot casserole. Look for russet potatoes that are firm and free of blemishes, and use a good quality cheese blend.
  • Season the casserole well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of salt and pepper to the casserole. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Cook the casserole until it is golden brown: The casserole is done when the tater tots are crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly. If the casserole is not cooked long enough, the tater tots will be soggy.
  • Serve the casserole immediately: Tater tot casserole is best served hot out of the oven. You can garnish it with chopped green onions, sour cream, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Tater tot casserole is a classic comfort food dish that is easy to make and always a hit with crowds. With its crispy tater tots, creamy cheese sauce, and flavorful ground beef, it's a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give tater tot casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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