CHEESY CHICKEN AND TATER TOT CASSEROLE
This spin on a classic Midwestern ''hotdish'' taps into taco seasonings and ingredients and builds them into a satisfying skillet casserole. Potato tots and lots of luscious cheese make it a crowd-pleaser.
Provided by Catherine McCord
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Combine the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper in a large bowl. Heat the oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture and the chicken to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is no longer pink on the outside and has released some juices, about 5 minutes (the chicken will finish cooking in the oven). Use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken to a medium bowl; leave the juices and as much oil as possible in the skillet.
- Add the bell peppers, onion, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften, 5 to 6 minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the top and stir to combine. Once the mixture looks sandy, add the broth and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the cream cheese and stir until smooth. Fold in the beans, corn, chicken, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of black pepper. Sprinkle the top with 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Remove from the heat.
- Add the potato tots to the bowl with the remaining 3 tablespoons spice mixture and toss to coat. Arrange the tots over the chicken mixture in a single layer in concentric circles. Sprinkle with any spice mixture left at the bottom of the bowl and the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese. Bake until the tots are crispy and the casserole is bubbling, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes. Serve garnished with guacamole, sour cream, salsa and cilantro, if desired.
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Nathania Harris
[email protected]I am not a big fan of casseroles, but this one is an exception. It is so flavorful and comforting. I love the combination of chicken, tater tots, and cheese. It is the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.
Kimberly Gibason
[email protected]This casserole is a great freezer meal. I often make a double batch and freeze one for later. It is so easy to reheat and it is just as good as when it was first made.
Edwinlemita Ntokoiwuan
[email protected]I love this casserole because it is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste. I often add some diced green chiles or salsa to give it a little kick. You could also add some cooked bacon or sausage.
Loi Duong
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. I usually add some diced carrots and celery to the chicken mixture. My kids love the tater tots and the cheese sauce, so they don't even notice the vegetables.
Sarena Dela rosa
[email protected]This casserole is a comfort food classic. It is easy to make and it is always a crowd-pleaser. I love the combination of chicken, tater tots, and cheese. It is the perfect meal for a cold winter night.
Ankit Sunar
[email protected]I made this casserole for my husband and he loved it. He said it was one of the best casseroles he had ever had. I will definitely be making this again.
fakhar bilal
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I usually make it with rotisserie chicken, but you could also use grilled or baked chicken. It is also a great dish to take to potlucks or parties.
Md Tanvir Hasan
[email protected]I love this casserole! It is so easy to make and it is always a hit with my family. I usually make it with frozen tater tots, but I have also made it with fresh tater tots and it is just as good.
Dravan Kirkland
[email protected]This casserole was okay, but not great. The chicken was a little dry and the tater tots were not very crispy. The cheese sauce was good, but it was a little too thick. I would make this again, but I would make some changes to the recipe.
Kajally Joof
[email protected]I was disappointed with this casserole. The chicken was dry and the tater tots were mushy. The cheese sauce was also too thick and gooey. I will not be making this again.
mariya afrin
[email protected]This casserole was a little bland for my taste. I added some extra salt and pepper and it was much better. I also think it would be good with some diced green chiles or salsa.
Chris Manikis
[email protected]I made a few changes to the recipe and it turned out great. I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts instead of thighs, and I used a can of cream of chicken soup instead of milk. The casserole was still delicious and I will definitely be making it a
BIHARI Mandal BIHARI Mandal
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the casserole turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, the tater tots were crispy, and the cheese sauce was gooey and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Ahmad Assarr
[email protected]This casserole was easy to make and turned out great. I used frozen tater tots and they worked perfectly. The chicken was cooked through and the cheese sauce was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.
Duncan Okinyi
[email protected]I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I will definitely be making this again.
Shahin Khan
[email protected]This casserole was a hit with my family! The chicken was tender and juicy, the tater tots were crispy, and the cheese sauce was gooey and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.