Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and flavorful baked dish featuring shredded chicken mixed with ranch dressing and aromatic spices, topped with crispy golden tater tots and melted cheddar cheese, finished with fresh green onions for a deliciously satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Topping
- 3 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get it ready for baking the casserole.
- Mix Chicken and Seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder, mixing well to evenly coat the chicken with the flavorful ranch and spices.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish to prevent sticking, then spread the ranch chicken mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Add Tater Tots: Evenly layer the frozen tater tots on top of the chicken mixture, covering the surface completely.
- Sprinkle Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots to create a cheesy topping.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and immediately sprinkle with chopped green onions for a fresh flavor contrast before serving.
Notes
- Use fully cooked chicken to speed up preparation time.
- You can substitute ranch dressing with a homemade or low-fat version for a healthier option.
- For extra crispiness, broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Feel free to add other toppings like bacon bits or chopped bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
Keywords: Cheddar Ranch Chicken, Tater Tot Casserole, Easy Chicken Bake, Comfort Food, Cheesy Chicken Recipe
