Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

This cheesy tater tot casserole recipe is one you won't be able to get enough of! It has tater tots coated in a creamy sauce with melted cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon bits on top. The combination of everything is addictive, and this casserole couldn't be easier to make! 

The Best Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

This cheesy tater tot casserole will become a permanent addition to your usual dinner recipes.

The crunch of the bacon bacon and tater tots is to die for and don't get me started on the flavors. The creamy soup mix has a delicious blend of buttery and savory flavors, and the casserole is completed with shredded cheese on top. 

The combination of everything will leave you wanting more and more with each bite! 

This easy tater tot casserole is really convenient to make, so it's perfect for when you need to whip up a quick dinner on busy weeknights. You can serve it with these Bisquick cheddar bay biscuits for an extra cheesy meal the whole family will love! 

Why This Recipe Works

Quick and easy. All you have to do for this cheesy tater tot casserole recipe is mix the ingredients together and bake. Seriously, that's all there is to it!

Family favorite. This is one of those comfort food recipes that my family was hooked on after the first bite! It has become a regular recipe in our dinner rotation at the Cunningham household, and I have a feeling it will become a popular meal for you too. 

A winning combination. From the creamy, savory sauce to the tater tots, bacon, and cheese, there's just so much to love about this casserole. It's truly one of the best comfort food recipes you can make. 

Ingredients

Not only is this creamy cheesy tater tot casserole irresistibly delicious, but it's made with super simple ingredients. You probably have most of what you need to make it already!

Here's what you need to make tater tot casserole:

• 16oz. frozen tater tots
• 8oz. condensed cream of chicken soup
• ½ cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoon milk 
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoon melted butter
• ¼ cup cooked and crumbled bacon 

If you have extra ingreidents, you can also use everything to make my chicken tater tot casserole, or you can use any extra tater tots and cheese to make my hot dog casserole. It's another one of the best tater tot casserole recipes, so you'll want to give that a try next!

How To Make Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a baking dish with some cooking oil or nonstick cooking spray.

2. Make the sauce mixture: Combine the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, onion powder, garlic powder, and melted butter in a large bowl. Give it a quick mix, then add the tater tots and stir until they're completely coated in the soup sauce.

3. Assemble the casserole: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Add the shredded cheese and bacon bits on top.

4. Bake and serve: Put the casserole in the oven and bake it for 45 minutes. Serve the cheesy tater tot casserole warm, and enjoy! 

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Cook ground beef first to make the casserole heartier. Mix it with the soup, and then mix the ground beef mixture with the tater tots. 
• Add green beans or any desired frozen vegetables to the casserole for additional flavor and texture.
• Use cream of mushroom soup or any condensed cream soup instead of cheddar soup for a different flavor.
• Broil the casserole for a few minutes at the end of baking for extra crispy tater tots. 
• Serve the casserole with more sour cream on top for added creaminess

How To Store Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

In the fridge: If you have any leftovers, simply transfer them into an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 5 days.

In the freezer: Freeze tater tot casserole in a freezer-safe bag or airtight container for up to 6 months.

Reheating: To reheat the leftover tater tot casserole, transfer it to a baking dish and bake it at 350°F until warmed through. Let the frozen casserole thaw in the fridge overnight or add more reheating time.

FAQs About This Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

What goes with tater tot casserole?

This tater tot casserole is so versatile you can serve it with most of your favorite side dishes. Some of my favorite pairings are ranch potatoes, Jiffy jalapeno cornbread, honey-glazed carrots, and this house salad.

Can you use shredded hash browns instead of tater tots?

Yes, in this cheesy tater tot casserole, the tater tots can be replaced with hashbrowns or frozen diced potatoes. The texture will be a bit different, but the flavor will be just as delicious!

How do you get tater tots crispy?

If you want to make the tater tots even crispier, turn the oven on broil for the last 5 minutes of the cooking time. You can also layer the tater tots on top of the soup mixture instead of mixing them with everything in this casserole recipe.

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