Best 6 Quick And Easy Tater Tot Casserole Recipes

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Tater tot casserole is a classic American comfort food dish that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. It is a hearty and flavorful casserole made with layers of crispy tater tots, savory ground beef, creamy soup, and melted cheese. The dish is often topped with additional cheese, diced tomatoes, or crumbled bacon for extra flavor and texture. This versatile casserole can be customized to suit your preferences, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.

In this article, we will provide you with two delicious tater tot casserole recipes: a classic version and a Mexican-inspired version with a spicy twist. Both recipes are easy to follow and require minimal preparation time, making them perfect for busy home cooks. We will also share some tips and tricks for achieving the perfect tater tot casserole, ensuring a crispy topping and a gooey, flavorful filling every time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get started on creating a mouthwatering tater tot casserole that will be a hit at your next family dinner or potluck gathering.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

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

TATER TOT CASSEROLE



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Crispy, cheese-covered, tater tots combine with ground beef in a creamy sauce in this easy tater tot casserole recipe.

Provided by Jaclyn Shimmel

Categories     Main Dishes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb ground beef
1 (10.5 oz.) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (28 or 32 oz.) bag frozen tater tots
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350° F.
  • Cook and stir ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until cooked through and no longer pink. Season with salt and pepper to taste, if desired..
  • Once the beef has browned, add cream of mushroom soup and stir well. Pour into a 9 x 13 baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  • Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of cheese evenly over the beef
  • Add an even layer of tater tots.
  • Bake uncovered until tater tots are golden brown 35-45 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Pop it back in the oven just until the cheese melts a bit (about 3 minutes).
  • Serve immediatly and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, ServingSize 1

QUICK AND EASY TATER TOT CASSEROLE



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This is a quick and easy casserole the whole family will love, especially those picky eaters!

Provided by Tammi

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Vegetable     Tater Tots¨

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1 pinch garlic powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 (32 ounce) package tater tots, thawed
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of celery soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can milk
1 pinch garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Crumble hamburger into a 9x13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle meat with garlic powder, salt and pepper. Cover the hamburger with tater tots.
  • In a bowl, stir together mushroom soup, celery soup and milk. Pour the soup mixture over the potatoes and hamburger and sprinkle with additional garlic powder.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 62.3 mg, Fat 29.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 1384.9 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

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

COWBOY CASSEROLE (TATER TOT CASSEROLE) RECIPE



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Ground beef and vegetables in a creamy sauce topped with golden tater tots - it's the perfect weeknight dinner!

Provided by Camille Beckstrand

Categories     Main Course

Time 42m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef ((or ground turkey))
½ onion (diced)
15 ounces canned corn (drained)
10.75 ounces condensed cream of mushroom soup ((1 can))
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup milk
¼ cup sour cream
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper (to taste)
20 ounces frozen tater tots ((1 bag))

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until beef is no longer pink.
  • Drain grease, then stir in the corn, soup, 1/2 cup cheese, milk, sour cream, and seasonings.
  • Pour beef mixture into a 9 x 13 inch baking pan.
  • Top with frozen tater tots (try to keep them in a single layer) and then sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and tater tots are thoroughly cooked.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 28 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Sodium 1064 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

  • Choose the right tater tots: Look for tater tots that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Avoid tater tots that are too soft or mushy.
  • Use a variety of cheeses: Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of cheeses. A good combination is cheddar, mozzarella, and Parmesan.
  • Add some vegetables: Vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, and corn add flavor and texture to the casserole. You can also use frozen vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the casserole: The casserole is done when the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tater tots are heated through.
  • Serve the casserole immediately: Tater tot casserole is best served hot out of the oven. You can garnish it with chopped green onions or parsley.

Conclusion:

Tater tot casserole is a quick and easy dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover tater tots. With its crispy tater tots, melted cheese, and flavorful fillings, tater tot casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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