Best 5 Tater Coated Chicken Recipes

**Tater-Coated Chicken: A Crispy and Flavorful Treat**

Craving a crispy, flavorful chicken dish that's easy to make? Look no further than tater-coated chicken! This unique recipe combines the classic flavors of chicken and potatoes for a delightful culinary experience. Discover the secrets to creating this delectable dish, from selecting the right ingredients to achieving the perfect golden-brown crust. Explore variations such as using different types of potatoes, adding herbs and spices for extra flavor, and experimenting with various dipping sauces to complement the crispy chicken. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this irresistible tater-coated chicken recipe!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

TATER CRISP CHICKEN

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This is just like potato fried chicken, but I like to think of it as a little bit healthier!

Provided by Krissy Jinkerson

Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Baked and Roasted Oven Fried

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

10 chicken legs
1 cup melted butter
2 cups dry potato flakes

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Place melted butter or margarine in a shallow dish or bowl, then place potato flakes in a separate shallow dish or bowl. Roll chicken pieces in butter or margarine, then in potato flakes. Place coated chicken pieces in a 9x13 inch baking dish, skin side up.
Bake at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 509 calories, Carbohydrate 7.8 g, Cholesterol 187.4 mg, Fat 38.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 31.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.4 g, Sodium 272.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CHICKEN TATER TOT CASSEROLE (EASY & CHEESY)

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This chicken tater tot casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight. It has all the makings for a quick, easy, tasty recipe for your family - just when you need it most!

Provided by Savory With Soul

Categories Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cups cooked shredded chicken (or turkey (can used canned))
12 ounces mixed vegetables (, frozen)
21 ounces condensed cream soup ((2 cans - 10.5 ounces each) - I used one can cream chicken and 1 can cream mushroom)
1 cup cheddar cheese (, shredded )
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
16 ounces tater tots (, frozen)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400.
In a large bowl, add chicken, vegetables, cream soup, 1/2 cup cheese, black pepper, and paprika. Mix with a spoon to incorporate all ingredients.
In a 9 x 9 pan, pour in the chicken/vegetable mixture, spreading to make it even.
Top with the tater tots one at a time, placing side by side.
Cook uncovered for 25 minutes or until tater tots are browned.
Top with remaining 1/2 cup cheddar cheese and cook 5 more minutes to melt.
Serve right away.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595 kcal, Carbohydrate 51 g, Protein 32 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 1522 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN AND TATER TOT CASSEROLE

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Pulsing potato tots in a food processor keeps their crispy texture and turns them into a crunchy topping in this Chopped Dinner Challenge recipe for pot pie.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
2 stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch half-moons
1 onion, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup whole milk
4 cups shredded cooked chicken
3 cups frozen tater tots, thawed
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Melt the butter in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat until hot. Add the carrots, celery and onions and season with 1 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are golden, about 12 minutes. Stir in the flour, and then whisk in the broth and milk and bring to a boil, whisking. Boil until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the chicken. Transfer to a 2-quart baking dish.
Pulse the tots in a food processor with the thyme until medium ground. Scatter over the top of the casserole and bake until the filling is bubbling and the topping is golden and crisp, 20 to 25 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

CHICKEN TATER BAKE

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You'll please everyone in the family with this inviting and filling dish. It tastes like a chicken potpie topped with Tater Tots. -Fran Allen, St Louis, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cans (10-3/4 ounces each) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1/2 cup 2% milk
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 package (16 ounces) frozen peas and carrots, thawed
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the soup, milk and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until heated through. Remove from the heat; stir in the chicken, peas and carrots, and 1 cup cheese., Transfer to 2 greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Top with Tater Tots. , Cover and freeze 1 casserole for up to 3 months. Bake the remaining casserole at 400° until bubbling, 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese; bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer. , To use frozen casserole: Remove from the freezer 30 minutes before baking (do not thaw). Sprinkle with 1/4 cup cheese. Cover and bake at 350° until heated through, 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356 calories, Fat 21g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 61mg cholesterol, Sodium 844mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

DOUBLE COATED CHICKEN

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Make and share this Double Coated Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JenniferK2

Categories Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

7 cups corn flakes, crushed to 1 3/4 cups
1 egg
1 cup skim milk
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 lbs chicken pieces, rinsed and dried
3 tablespoons margarine, melted

Steps:

Place corn flakes in shallow dish or pan; set aside.
In small mixing bowl, beat egg and milk slightly. Add flour, salt and pepper; mix until smooth.
Dip chicken in batter; coat with cereal.
Place in single layer, in foil-lined shallow baking pan.
Drizzle with margarine.
Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until chicken is tender, no longer pink and juices run clear. Do not cover pan or turn chicken while baking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570.1, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 135.3, Sodium 629.5, Carbohydrate 46.8, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 32.7

Tips:

To achieve a crispy coating, ensure the chicken is dry before dredging it in the potato mixture.
Press the potato mixture firmly onto the chicken to ensure it adheres well.
Use a combination of russet and sweet potatoes for a balanced flavor and texture.
Adjust the seasonings in the potato mixture to suit your taste preferences.
For a healthier version, bake the chicken instead of frying it.
Serve the tater-coated chicken with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ranch, honey mustard, or barbecue sauce.

Conclusion:

Tater-coated chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy potato coating and juicy chicken interior, this dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Whether you choose to fry or bake the chicken, the result is a flavorful and satisfying meal that will leave you craving more. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to prepare chicken, give tater-coated chicken a try. You won't be disappointed!