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Tater Tot Chili Casserole

Tater Tot Chili Casserole is made with a hearty, homemade chili that's loaded with ground beef, tomatoes, beans, and spices, then topped with shredded cheese and tater tots that get baked to crispy perfection!  Add a dollop of sour cream or sliced scallions for the finishing touch!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 5
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef I like to use extra lean
  • 1 yellow onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 Jalapeño minced
  • 1/2 tbsp. cumin
  • 1/2 tbsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tbsp. smoked paprika
  • 2 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • salt & pepper to taste
  • 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes undrained
  • 8 oz. can tomato sauce
  • 15 oz. can pinto beans drained
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, colby, Mexican blend
  • frozen tater tots amount will vary on size of casserole dish

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400°.Add the ground beef, onion, garlic, bell pepper, jalapeno, and spices to a large pan or medium Dutch oven. Break up the ground beef and cook on medium-high heat until the meat is cooked through and the onion and has softened, about 8-10 minutes.
  2. Add the diced tomatoes and their juices, tomato sauce, pinto beans, and beef broth to the pan and bring to a boil, then simmer with no lid for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste for needed salt.
  3. Spray the casserole dish with cooking spray, then add chili. Top chili with shredded cheese, then place tater tots on top of cheese.
  4. Bake casserole in oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy. Enjoy!