Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake Recipe
A comforting and hearty Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake featuring shredded chicken mixed with ranch dressing and spices, topped with crispy tater tots and melted cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection and garnished with fresh green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Topping
- 3 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking the casserole evenly.
- Mix Chicken and Seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly to coat the chicken evenly with flavors.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish lightly to prevent sticking. Spread the ranch chicken mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Layer Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in an even layer on top of the chicken mixture, covering the surface completely.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the layer of tater tots for a rich and melty topping.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the bake from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions over the top before serving to add freshness and color.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- To make it spicier, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
- Feel free to swap cheddar cheese with pepper jack or mozzarella for variation.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
Keywords: Cheddar ranch chicken, tater tot bake, chicken casserole, comfort food, easy dinner
