Description

This Cheesy Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for a family dinner. It combines tender cooked chicken, crisp green beans, and creamy soups, all topped with melted sharp cheddar cheese and crispy tater tots, baked until golden and bubbling. A simple yet satisfying casserole that brings together creamy, cheesy, and crunchy textures in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

Protein and Veggies

3 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
12 ounces frozen green beans

Soup and Dairy

10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup (1 can)
10.5 ounces cream of mushroom soup (1 can)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup milk
12 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided

Other

Salt and pepper, to taste
16 ounces frozen tater tots (about half a bag)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400˚F (200˚C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the casserole evenly and creating a crispy tater tot topping.
Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the shredded or diced cooked chicken, frozen green beans, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, and one cup of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Mix everything thoroughly to evenly distribute the creamy base and flavor throughout the chicken and veggies.
Assemble Casserole: Transfer the mixture into a 2-quart casserole dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the top to add extra cheesy goodness, then layer the frozen tater tots on top in an even layer to cover the cheese completely.
Bake: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 55 minutes. Bake until the edges are bubbling, the cheese is melted, and the tater tots are golden and crispy. The casserole should be hot throughout.

Notes

You can use fresh green beans if preferred; just blanch them briefly before mixing.
For extra flavor, consider adding spices like garlic powder, paprika, or onion powder.
Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
To keep the casserole gluten-free, ensure the cream soups used are gluten-free certified.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: cheesy chicken casserole, tater tot casserole, comfort food, easy chicken dinner, baked casserole