Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish that combines shredded chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch sauce, and gooey cheese layered with golden tater tots for a crowd-pleasing meal perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix
- Black pepper, to taste
Cheese and Bacon
- 1 ½ cups shredded Colby Jack cheese, divided
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Tater Tots and Garnish
- 5 cups frozen tater tots
- ¼ cup green onions, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole.
- Prepare the Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, milk, dry ranch seasoning mix, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is creamy.
- Layer the Casserole: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, spread half of the chicken mixture evenly on the bottom. Sprinkle half of the shredded Colby Jack cheese over the chicken layer. Next, evenly arrange the frozen tater tots on top of the cheese layer.
- Add Bacon and Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled cooked bacon over the layer of tater tots, followed by the remaining half of the shredded Colby Jack cheese, ensuring even coverage.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown, crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Add Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Sprinkle the thinly sliced green onions on top for a fresh pop of flavor, then serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can broil the casserole for 2-3 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
- Substitute Colby Jack cheese with cheddar or a cheese blend of your choice.
- To reduce fat, use low-fat sour cream and milk.
- Make sure tater tots are not thawed before baking to maintain their crisp texture.
Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch, Tater Tot Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Chicken Casserole, Baked Tater Tots