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Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole

A quick and delicious casserole that blends the comfort of chili and tater tots, perfect for busy nights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the casserole
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 can chili (with or without beans) Use homemade chili for added flavor.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack or pepper jack for variations.
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup sour cream Can use a plant-based alternative for vegetarian option.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread half of the frozen tater tots in an even layer.
  3. Pour the can of chili evenly over the tater tots.
  4. Sprinkle diced onions on top of the chili.
  5. Layer the remaining tater tots over the chili.
  6. Spread the sour cream over the top of the tater tots and season with salt and pepper.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
  2. Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

For a spicier version, use a chili with added spice or mix in some diced bell peppers or green chilies. Try adding cooked ground beef or turkey for extra protein. For crispy tater tots, leave them in the oven a little longer, but keep an eye on them.