Description
Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole layers crispy tots with creamy sauce and savory toppings. This hearty dish delivers comfort in every bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Proteins and Toppings:
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
Sauces and Seasonings:
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Warm your oven to a precise 375°F (190°C) and position the rack in the center for even cooking.
- Generously coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend 1 cup sour cream, 1 cup ranch dressing, 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon onion powder until smooth.
- Fold 3 cups of cooked chicken into the creamy mixture, ensuring every piece gets thoroughly coated.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the chicken mixture and gently stir to distribute evenly.
- Transfer the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it into an even layer.
- Arrange 1 (32 oz) bag of frozen tater tots in a single, tight layer across the entire surface of the chicken mixture.
- Scatter remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese and ½ cup mozzarella cheese over the tater tots.
- Crumble 6 slices of cooked bacon and sprinkle them generously across the top of the cheese layer.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated 375°F oven and bake for 45-50 minutes until the tots turn golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes to set.
- Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives before serving.
Notes
- Crisp up bacon separately before adding to the casserole for maximum flavor and texture.
- Mix ranch seasoning directly into the cream cheese for more even distribution of ranch taste.
- Shred cheese fresh instead of using pre-shredded to get smoother melting and better overall consistency.
- Layer tater tots in a single layer for crispier results, ensuring each bite gets that perfect golden crunch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 547 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 970 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 31 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg