Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
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Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
Description
This casserole is assembled by arranging frozen, crispy tater tots in a greased baking dish, then pouring a creamy blend of sour cream, shredded cheddar, cream of chicken and mushroom soup, and garlic salt over them. The topping of crispy fried onions adds texture and savory flavor after baking at 350°F for 45-50 minutes. The combination produces a classic layered casserole with a hot, cheesy interior and crunchy, golden top.
The dish pairs well as a hearty side for main courses or a warming vegetarian main when topped with added proteins or vegetables. Variations can include vegetables like carrots, corn, zucchini, or broccoli, or added meat such as cubed ham or cooked ground beef. Garnishes like scallions or bacon can enhance flavor and presentation.
You can prepare this casserole ahead by completing the layering steps except adding the fried onions and baking. Cover and freeze for up to two months, then thaw, add onions, and bake when ready.
Prepare the casserole ahead by assembling without fried onions and baking, then freeze up to two months.Add vegetables like carrots, corn, zucchini, or broccoli for variation.Include a layer of protein such as cubed ham or ground beef to make it heartier.Top with scallions or bacon after baking for extra flavor.Both large and small tater tot shapes work well; the recipe uses larger cylindrical tots but either is fine.
Ingredients
- 1 (32-ounce) bag tater tots frozen, crispy
- 1 (16-ounce) container sour cream
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 1 (10.75-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken and mushroom soup
- 1 (6-ounce) can fried onions French's brand
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt with parsley flakes
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Arrange tater tots in a greased 9x13 pan.
- Combine sour cream, cheese, cream of chicken/mushroom soup, and garlic salt in a medium bowl. Mix well and pour over tater tots.
- Sprinkle onions over the top of the casserole and bake for 45-50 minutes. ENJOY!
Notes
- Prepare the casserole ahead by assembling without fried onions and baking, then freeze up to two months.
- Add vegetables like carrots, corn, zucchini, or broccoli for variation.
- Include a layer of protein such as cubed ham or ground beef to make it heartier.
- Top with scallions or bacon after baking for extra flavor.
- Both large and small tater tot shapes work well; the recipe uses larger cylindrical tots but either is fine.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 360kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 958mg | 40% |
| Potassium | 269mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 324IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 131mg | 13% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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