Best 4 Critter Fritter Casserole Recipes

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Craving a hearty and delectable casserole dish that tantalizes your taste buds? Look no further than Critter Fritter Casserole, an irresistible combination of savory ingredients that come together in perfect harmony. This delectable casserole features layers of crispy tater tots, succulent chicken or ground beef, a creamy and flavorful cream of mushroom soup, a medley of colorful vegetables like corn, peas, and carrots, and a generous sprinkling of sharp cheddar cheese. Each bite offers a delightful symphony of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether you're a fan of classic comfort food or seeking a new family favorite, Critter Fritter Casserole is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Additional Recipes Included:

1. **Chicken Spaghetti Casserole**: A comforting and flavorful casserole that combines tender chicken, spaghetti noodles, a creamy sauce, and a cheesy topping.

2. **Hashbrown Casserole**: A classic breakfast casserole made with hashbrowns, eggs, cheese, and your choice of meat or vegetables.

3. **Tuna Noodle Casserole**: A nostalgic dish featuring tuna, egg noodles, a creamy sauce, and a crispy topping.

4. **Taco Casserole**: A Tex-Mex inspired casserole filled with ground beef, taco seasoning, beans, corn, and a blend of Mexican cheeses.

5. **Broccoli Cheddar Casserole**: A creamy and cheesy casserole with tender broccoli florets, sharp cheddar cheese, and a crispy breadcrumb topping.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

CORN FRITTER CASSEROLE



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This is a wonderful casserole to serve at your next barbeque! The really big problem is to keep sticky hands out of the fritters as they cool! This takes some time to make, but the compliments to the chief with outweigh the time!

Provided by Shepardess

Categories     Grains

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/2 cup butter, melted
3/4 cup white sugar
3 eggs, slightly beaten
2/3 cup milk
1 (15 ounce) can corn
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups yellow cornmeal
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup onion, finely diced
1/2 cup bell pepper, finely diced
2 tablespoons butter
3 chicken bouillon cubes (or equivalent)
1 1/3 cups water
3 tablespoons melted butter
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • For Fritters: In a large bowl, stir together the sugar and melted butter.
  • Sift together the dry ingredients.
  • Add the milk and beaten eggs to the sugar mix and then slowly introduce the dry ingredients.
  • Add the drained corn.
  • Mix until moistened.
  • In a non-stick fry pan on medium high heat, add just enough vegetable oil to coat bottom of fry pan.
  • Drop a serving size spoon full of corn fritter mix in fry pan.
  • Do not let Corn fritter patties touch one another while frying.
  • Cook on each side until lightly golden.
  • When done place on paper towel to drain.
  • You may need to add more oil while frying all of the corn fritters.
  • When fritters have been completed let cool on paper towels.
  • Casserole: In fry pan add 2 Tbs.
  • of butter, place onions and bell pepper in fry pan.
  • Sautéé on medium low heat until onions are transparent.
  • Remove fry pan from heat and set aside.
  • Place chicken bouillon cubes in 1+1/3 C.
  • of water and dissolve.
  • In large bowl crumble corn fritters, add sauteed onions and bell peppers, add 3 Tbs.
  • melted butter.
  • Pour dissolved chicken bouillon and water mixture over corn and sauteed vegetables and mix well.
  • Place mixture in well oiled 8"x 8" baking pan and cover with foil.
  • Place in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 20- 25 minutes.
  • Remove foil and place back in oven for 10- 15 minutes.

CRITTER FRITTER CASSEROLE



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This year at the Texas State Fair, I had a treat called a Critter Fritter, which was a deep fried battered, meat-filled jalapeno. The combination of tastes was so great, I decided to try and replicate it in casserole form at home. The following is what I came up with.

Provided by Kelly

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
½ onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ cup canned jalapeno slices, drained and chopped
1 (8.5 ounce) package corn muffin and bread mix
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup milk
1 egg
2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, and cook, stirring to crumble, until no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Remove meat with a slotted spoon and set aside. Drain off most of the fat, leaving enough to coat the bottom of the pan. Add onions to the fat in the pan; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Return the meat to the skillet and season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder and oregano. Mix in jalapeno slices and cook until heated through. Transfer this mixture to an 8 inch square baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together the cornbread mix, butter, milk and egg. This can be done while the meat is cooking. Spoon over the top of the meat mixture in the baking dish, then top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly, then cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 838.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 213.1 mg, Fat 61.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 26.9 g, Sodium 1491.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

CRITTER FRITTER CASSEROLE



Critter Fritter Casserole image

This year at the Texas State Fair, I had a treat called a Critter Fritter, which was a deep fried battered, meat-filled jalapeno. The combination of tastes was so great, I decided to try and replicate it in casserole form at home. The following is what I came up with.

Provided by Kelly

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
½ onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ cup canned jalapeno slices, drained and chopped
1 (8.5 ounce) package corn muffin and bread mix
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup milk
1 egg
2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, and cook, stirring to crumble, until no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Remove meat with a slotted spoon and set aside. Drain off most of the fat, leaving enough to coat the bottom of the pan. Add onions to the fat in the pan; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Return the meat to the skillet and season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder and oregano. Mix in jalapeno slices and cook until heated through. Transfer this mixture to an 8 inch square baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together the cornbread mix, butter, milk and egg. This can be done while the meat is cooking. Spoon over the top of the meat mixture in the baking dish, then top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly, then cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 838.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 213.1 mg, Fat 61.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 26.9 g, Sodium 1491.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

CRITTER FRITTER CASSEROLE



Critter Fritter Casserole image

This year at the Texas State Fair, I had a treat called a Critter Fritter, which was a deep fried battered, meat-filled jalapeno. The combination of tastes was so great, I decided to try and replicate it in casserole form at home. The following is what I came up with.

Provided by Kelly

Categories     Mexican Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pounds ground beef
½ onion, chopped
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ cup canned jalapeno slices, drained and chopped
1 (8.5 ounce) package corn muffin and bread mix
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
¾ cup milk
1 egg
2 cups shredded extra-sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, and cook, stirring to crumble, until no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Remove meat with a slotted spoon and set aside. Drain off most of the fat, leaving enough to coat the bottom of the pan. Add onions to the fat in the pan; cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes. Return the meat to the skillet and season with garlic powder, salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder and oregano. Mix in jalapeno slices and cook until heated through. Transfer this mixture to an 8 inch square baking dish.
  • Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, stir together the cornbread mix, butter, milk and egg. This can be done while the meat is cooking. Spoon over the top of the meat mixture in the baking dish, then top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean, about 40 minutes. Cool slightly, then cut into squares to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 838.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 213.1 mg, Fat 61.4 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 40 g, SaturatedFat 26.9 g, Sodium 1491.4 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Tips:

- To make the critter fritter casserole more flavorful, use a variety of cooked meats, such as ground beef, sausage, ham, or chicken. - Add some chopped vegetables to the casserole, such as onions, celery, carrots, or corn. - For a cheesy casserole, add a cup of shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella cheese. - If you want a crispy topping, sprinkle some bread crumbs or crushed crackers on top of the casserole before baking. - Serve the critter fritter casserole with a side of mashed potatoes, rice, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

The critter fritter casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover cooked meats and vegetables, and it is also a budget-friendly dish. The casserole can be customized to your liking, so you can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste. Whether you are a fan of classic comfort food or are looking for something new to try, the critter fritter casserole is sure to be a hit.

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