Best Cheesy Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
55 mins
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Servings
6 -8 servings
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Calories
346 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Best Cheesy Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
Description
Best Cheesy Hamburger Tater Tot Casserole starts by browning ground beef with diced onions and minced garlic, then seasoning with Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. This meat layer is placed in a baking dish and topped with a mixture of sour cream and cream of mushroom soup. Adding drained canned corn and green beans provides vegetable texture and color. Shredded cheddar cheese is layered inside the casserole for a rich taste.
The casserole is finished by covering with frozen tater tots, which crisp up during baking to form a golden, crunchy crust contrasting with the creamy layers beneath. This method creates a balanced dish featuring savory, cheesy flavors and a variety of textures.
Variations include adding bacon bits or changing the cream soup type. The recipe also offers guidance for gluten-free substitutions and careful selection of ingredients. It stores well refrigerated for several days and freezes for longer storage, with reheating tips to maintain texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground chicken or turkey, lean
- 1/2 medium sweet onion diced finely, or 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cloves garlic minced, or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce gluten-free if needed
- ½-1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½-1 teaspoon black pepper
- 14.5 ounce green beans drained, canned
- 10-14.5 ounce corn drained, canned
- 1/3 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 10.5 ounce cream of mushroom soup or cream of chicken or cream of celery, I used organic
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, reserve ½ cup for topping if desired
- 2 cups tater tots frozen, I like organic
Instructions
- Begin by preheating the oven to 375° F (190° C) and lightly greasing a 2-quart casserole or 9x9-inch baking dish with spray oil. set a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef, drain excess grease.
- Scoot the meat to the side of the skillet and add the onions. Sauté them for a little while, then add the beef back into the mix, cooking for 3 to 5 more minutes until golden and translucent. Then, stir in the minced garlic until it's fragrant, about one minute.
- Add Worcestershire sauce and season the beef with kosher salt and pepper, sprinkling on ½ teaspoon each, tasting and adjusting spices if needed. Scoop the ground beef mixture into the baking dish, using the back of a spoon to smooth into an even layer.
- Mix cream of mushroom soup and sour cream in a medium bowl until they are smooth and thoroughly combined. Spread the sauce over the top of the beef mixture in a single layer.
- Next, add the (drained) canned corn and green beans, seasoning the green beans with a bit of sea salt and pepper.
- Finish by evenly sprinkling the cheddar cheese over the green bean layer and top with the tater tots, keeping them nice and snug. If desired, reserve ¼ to ½ cup of shredded cheese and sprinkle over the tater tots for the last 5 minutes of baking. You could add some extra cheese rather than take from what's in the casserole.
- Bake at 375° F (190° C) hot oven and bake for 35 to 50 minutes until the casserole bubbles and the tater tots turn golden brown.
Notes
- Add up to 1 teaspoon chili powder or taco seasoning when browning beef for more flavor.
- Crisp bacon and add as a topping with extra shredded cheese for a bacon cheeseburger twist.
- Use cream of chicken or celery soup instead of mushroom if preferred.
- Check ingredient labels carefully to maintain gluten-free status when needed.
- Cover and refrigerate leftovers up to 4-6 days or freeze tightly wrapped up to several months.
- Reheat frozen casserole covered at 350°F for 45-60 minutes; remove foil for last 10-15 minutes to crisp tater tots.
- Microwave portions at 80% power with cover to prevent splatter, crisp tater tots separately if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6-8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 346kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 869mg | 36% |
| Potassium | 556mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 701IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 249mg | 25% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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