Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake Recipe
A comforting and easy-to-make Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with creamy ranch dressing and spices, topped with crispy tater tots and melted cheddar cheese, then baked to golden perfection and finished with fresh green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- 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 the oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Mix Chicken and Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder, stirring well to evenly coat the chicken with the flavors.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Lightly grease a baking dish and spread the chicken mixture evenly across the bottom to form the base layer.
- Add Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly on top of the chicken mixture to create a crispy topping when baked.
- Sprinkle Cheese: Evenly sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the layer of tater tots to add a creamy, melty finish.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 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 garnish with the chopped green onions for a fresh, colorful finish before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Feel free to add chopped bacon or sautéed vegetables for extra flavor.
- Ensure the tater tots are spread evenly for uniform baking and crispiness.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving to set.
- Use reduced-fat ranch dressing and cheese to lower calories if desired.
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