Description
Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole combines the nostalgia of a classic concession stand treat with the wholesome heartiness of a home-cooked meal. It's the ultimate one-pan wonder that minimizes cleanup while maximizing satisfaction, featuring crispy tater tots, a rich meat sauce, and gooey cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
1.5 lbs Lean Ground Beef
1 small Yellow Onion, finely diced
3 cloves Garlic, minced
2 tbsp Chili Powder
1 tsp Ground Cumi
15 oz Tomato Sauce
15 oz Kidney Beans, rinsed and drained
2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, freshly shredded
32 oz Frozen Tater Tots
Salt and Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C)
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onions together until browned
- Drain any excess grease from the pa
- Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, and cook for about one minute
- Pour in the tomato sauce and drained kidney beans, and let simmer on low for 5 to 7 minutes
- Transfer the meat mixture into a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle one cup of cheese over the meat
- Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer across the top
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the tots are golden brow
- Sprinkle the remaining cup of cheese over the hot tots and bake for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until melted
- Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving
Notes
Use frozen tater tots directly from the freezer for the best crunch.
Shred your own cheese for better melting.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg