Crispy Tater Tot Casserole (Printable version)

Golden crispy tater tots atop creamy chicken and mixed vegetables for cozy dinners.

# What you need:

→ Chicken Mixture

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
03 - 1/2 cup sour cream
04 - 1/2 cup milk
05 - 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn, green beans)
06 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

12 - 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
13 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Steps to follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - In a large bowl, combine cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, mixed vegetables, 1 cup cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
03 - Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
04 - Arrange frozen tater tots in a single, even layer over the filling.
05 - Bake uncovered for 35 minutes or until tater tots are golden and crispy.
06 - Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese over tater tots. Return to oven and bake 5 to 10 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
07 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired before serving.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • One-dish dinner that feels indulgent but takes barely any active time to put together.
  • The tater tots stay crispy on top while the filling stays creamy underneath, giving you two textures in every bite.
  • Feeds a crowd and tastes even better the next day reheated at 350°F until warm through.
02 -
  • Never thaw the tater tots before baking—they'll absorb moisture and turn soggy instead of crispy.
  • If your casserole looks dry when you're mixing the filling, add a splash more milk, but remember the vegetables will release liquid as they heat.
03 -
  • If you're bringing this to a potluck, assemble it at home, refrigerate it for up to 24 hours, then add 5 to 10 minutes to your baking time since it'll be cold going into the oven.
  • The cheese on top should melt and bubble slightly around the edges—that's how you know it's done, not just by the timer.
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