Description
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food! With crispy tater tots, savory bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and tender chicken, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this casserole will quickly become a household favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 lb frozen tater tots
- 8 slices crispy bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup milk
- 2 green onions, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly.
- Cook Bacon: Fry bacon until crispy, then crumble and set aside.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix ranch dressing, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and milk until smooth.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the frozen tater tots evenly in the prepared dish. Add shredded chicken and crumbled bacon on top. Pour the ranch mixture evenly over the layers.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 30–40 minutes or until the tater tots are golden and crispy, and the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish: Top with chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve: Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, crispy delight!
Notes
1️⃣ Crispy Tater Tots Tip: To keep the tater tots crispy, avoid overloading them with sauce. Bake uncovered at a high temperature to ensure they crisp up perfectly.
2️⃣ Make Ahead Friendly: Assemble the casserole ahead of time, cover it tightly, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if starting from cold.
3️⃣ Customizable Recipe: Feel free to add veggies like bell peppers, mushrooms, or jalapeños for extra flavor, or swap the chicken for turkey or sausage to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 40 min