Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole
A comforting casserole featuring crispy tater tots layered with a hearty, cheesy chili, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Total Time: 45-55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Flexitarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (32 oz) Tater Tots
- 1 lb Ground Beef or Turkey (or plant-based option)
- 1 can (15 oz) Chili Beans
- 1 can (14 oz) Diced Tomatoes
- 2 tbsp Chili Powder
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 1 medium Onion (diced)
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef (or turkey) until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Add the diced onion halfway through cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked meat, chili beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the meat mixture into a greased casserole dish and spread it evenly.
- Layer the tater tots on top, arranging them neatly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tater tots are golden brown.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with different beans or proteins, and adjust spice levels to your taste. This casserole pairs well with salads or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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