Crispy Tater Tot Casserole (Printable)

A comforting casserole with golden tots, creamy chicken, and a blend of mixed vegetables for satisfying meals.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken Mixture

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
03 - 1/2 cup sour cream
04 - 1/2 cup milk
05 - 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

12 - 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, mix cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, frozen vegetables, 1 cup cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper until well blended.
03 - Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
04 - Arrange frozen tater tots in a single, even layer over the chicken mixture.
05 - Bake uncovered for 35 minutes, until tater tots are golden and crispy.
06 - Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over tater tots, return to oven and bake 5 to 10 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
07 - Remove from oven and let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 15 minutes of prep, leaving you free to handle whatever else life throws at you.
  • The contrast between the creamy filling and crispy tater tot topping is pure comfort food magic.
  • Tastes even better the next day, and reheats beautifully in a low oven.
02 -
  • Don't skip the 5-minute rest—it might seem small, but it keeps the casserole from falling apart when you serve it.
  • The tater tots should be arranged in a single layer on top; stacking them prevents even crisping and leads to a soft, soggy topping.
03 -
  • Mix everything in the bowl a few hours ahead and refrigerate; this lets the flavors meld and makes assembly even faster on baking day.
  • If your tater tots are straight from the freezer and very cold, add 5 minutes to the final bake time to ensure they're fully heated through.
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