Slow Cooker Tater Tots
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
12
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Calories
133 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
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Cuisine
Tex-Mex
Slow Cooker Tater Tots
Description
This recipe uses frozen tater tots tossed with taco seasoning and cooked either in a slow cooker or oven. The slow cooker method involves cooking on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally to ensure some tots crisp at the bottom. The oven method involves baking at 425°F for 20-25 minutes to achieve a more uniformly crispy texture.
The taco seasoning adds bold flavor, complementing the crunchy and soft textures of the tots. Adding toppings such as cheese, black beans, salsa, and sour cream layers additional flavors and textures that can be tailored to preference. The dish can be served directly from the slow cooker for ease or on a platter after oven baking for a crispier base.
Most frozen tater tots brands are gluten-free, but it's advisable to check packaging for specific dietary needs.
Ingredients
For the Taco Tots:
- 32 ounces tater tots 1 bag, frozen
- 1 taco seasoning brand Old El Paso, packet
Possible Toppings:
- cheese low-fat, shredded
- black beans
- salsa
- sour cream low-fat
- scallions
- cilantro
- avocado
- guacamole
- chicken chopped
- ground beef prepared as taco meat
- red onion
Instructions
Oven Method:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place the tater tots in a large bowl. Sprinkle with Old El Paso Taco Seasoning and toss to coat. Spread the tater tots out, in a single layer, on a large rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Then move the tots to a platter and add toppings. Serve warm.
Slow Cooker Method:
- Place the tater tots in the crock of a large slow cooker. Sprinkle with Old El Paso Taco Seasoning and toss to coat. Cover the slow cooker and turn on low for 4-5 hours, or high for 2-3 hours. Stir gently once an hour so that all tots spend some time on the bottom of the crock. Once hot and slightly crispy, turn the slow cooker on warm. Add toppings directly to the slow cooker and serve out of the crock.
Notes
- Check packaging as most frozen tater tots are gluten-free, but verify if necessary.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 133 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 8tots | |
| Calories | 133kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 330mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 200mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 5.7mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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