Best 5 Microwave Tater Tot Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Microwave Tater Tot Casserole, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This quick and easy recipe transforms humble ingredients into a hearty and comforting dish. Crispy tater tots, a golden brown crust, and a creamy, cheesy filling come together in perfect harmony. Elevate your meal with variations that include flavorful additions like bacon, chili, or vegetables, promising a culinary adventure with every bite. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, our Microwave Tater Tot Casserole will become a staple in your recipe repertoire.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

TATER TOTS(R) CASSEROLE



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Quick and easy casserole everyone will love.

Provided by barryzimm

Categories     Tater Tots® Casserole

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound ground beef
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (16 ounce) package frozen tater tots

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink and completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes; season with salt and black pepper. Stir cream of mushroom soup into the cooked ground beef; pour the mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer tater tots evenly over the ground beef mixture; top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake until tater tots are golden brown and hot, 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 345.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16.9 g, Cholesterol 65.1 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 700.2 mg, Sugar 1 g

QUICK TATER TOTS BAKE



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I like to make this Tater Tot casserole when time before supper is short. If we have unexpected company, I just double the ingredients and use a 13x9-in. pan. I call it my Please Stay Casserole! -Jean Ferguson, Elverta, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 to 1 pound ground beef or turkey
1 small onion, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 package (16 ounces) frozen Tater Tots
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2/3 cup 2% milk or water
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Season with salt and pepper. , Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Top with Tater Tots. Combine soup and milk; pour over potatoes. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calories, Fat 35g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 1357mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

EASY TATER TOT® CASSEROLE



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Frozen Tater Tots®, Cheddar cheese, ground beef, and cream of mushroom soup combine for a comfort food classic in this recipe.

Provided by Carol White Howden

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable     Tater Tots¨

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 cup diced onion
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 (26.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (16 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 pinch paprika, or to taste
1 pinch dried parsley flakes, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Cook and stir ground beef, onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a skillet over medium heat until beef is browned and crumbly, 7 to 10 minutes. Spread beef into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Stir cream of mushroom soup, potato nuggets, and Cheddar cheese together in a large bowl until potato nuggets are evenly coated in soup and cheese. Spread potato nugget mixture over beef mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until browned, about 45 minutes. Sprinkle paprika and parsley flakes over the top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.5 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Sodium 1077.2 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SLOPPY JOE TATER TOT® CASSEROLE



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Sloppy Joes, served family style!

Provided by KelseyS

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
½ onion, diced
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 (24 ounce) jar Sloppy Joe sauce
4 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
1 (32 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any fat and set beef aside.
  • Saute onion and garlic in the same skillet until translucent, 3 to 5 minutes. Add corn and bell pepper; cook until soft, 5 to 10 minutes. Return beef to the skillet. Stir in Sloppy Joe sauce, cream cheese, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer over medium-low heat until sauce is heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour the beef mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly. Top with 1 cup Cheddar cheese. Arrange potato nuggets over the top. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the potato nuggets are crispy and golden, about 25 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 58 mg, Fat 25.6 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 10.5 g, Sodium 1063.1 mg, Sugar 6.4 g

TATER TOTS® CASSEROLE



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My family loves this casserole. It is easy to prepare and makes enough for two meals. Serve with a crisp salad and fresh pineapple for a complete meal your family will love!

Provided by Kristy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable     Tater Tots¨

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

cooking spray
1 (32 ounce) package frozen bite-size potato nuggets (such as Tater Tots®), divided
1 pound ground beef
1 cup chopped onion
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons Montreal-style steak seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
½ cup milk
½ cup grated Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Prepare a 13x9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Spread 20 potato nuggets in the casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven until warmed through, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Season beef mixture with 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, steak seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
  • Stir cream of mushroom soup, milk, 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl.
  • Smash the warmed potato nuggets in the casserole dish to cover the bottom completely. Spread ground beef mixture over the mashed potato nuggets. Pour soup mixture evenly over the beef layer. Top with remaining potato nuggets and sprinkle 1 cup Cheddar cheese evenly over the nuggets.
  • Bake in preheated oven until casserole is bubbly and potatoes golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.5 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Cholesterol 60.6 mg, Fat 27.7 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 1130.9 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

Tips:

  • For a crispier topping, use frozen tater tots instead of thawed ones.
  • To save time, you can use pre-cooked bacon or sausage.
  • If you don't have a microwave-safe casserole dish, you can use a regular casserole dish and cook it in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-35 minutes.
  • You can add other ingredients to this casserole, such as diced onions, peppers, or corn.
  • Be sure to let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving so that it has time to set.

Conclusion:

Microwave tater tot casserole is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover tater tots. This casserole is cheesy, gooey, and satisfying, and it is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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