{"id":84478,"date":"2025-05-07T15:26:04","date_gmt":"2025-05-07T20:26:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/foodnservice.com\/staging\/?p=84478"},"modified":"2025-05-08T21:53:12","modified_gmt":"2025-05-09T02:53:12","slug":"chicken-tater-tot-casserole","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/foodnservice.com\/staging\/chicken-tater-tot-casserole\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken\u202fTater\u202fTot Casserole \u2013 The Ultimate One\u2011Pan Comfort Food"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

If you're looking for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that\u2019s simple to throw together, this Chicken Tater Tot Casserole<\/strong> is your answer! Packed with tender shredded chicken, crispy bacon, mixed veggies, and melty cheddar cheese\u2014all smothered in a creamy sauce and topped with golden tater tots\u2014it\u2019s a meal that\u2019ll have everyone coming back for seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Best of all? It\u2019s minimal prep, maximum flavor<\/strong>, making it perfect for busy weeknights or potlucks. Even picky eaters can\u2019t resist those crispy tots on top!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If you've tried my classic tater tot breakfast casserole<\/a>, then allow me to introduce the dinner version. It combines shredded rotisserie chicken with cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, frozen mixed veggies, crumbled bacon, shredded cheese, seasonings, and saut\u00e9ed fragrant onion as the irresistible sauce base!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • Zero fuss, all flavor.<\/strong> Stir, pour, top with tots, bake. Done.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Sneaky veggie win:<\/strong> the mixed veggies disappear under all that melty cheddar.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Rotisserie\u2011chicken shortcut<\/strong> keeps prep under 10 minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Kid\u2011approved crunch.<\/strong> Tots on top = instant dinner excitement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Perfect make\u2011ahead:<\/strong> assemble in the morning, pop it in the oven at dinnertime.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

    KEY INGREDIENTS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • Vegetables –<\/strong> My recipe calls for sweet onion and frozen mixed vegetables. Feel free to use your favorite mix of frozen veggies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Creamy ingredients – <\/strong>The creamy base for this casserole includes cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Meat – <\/strong>Shredded rotisserie chicken and crumbled bacon provide a meaty addition to this tater tot casserole. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Seasonings<\/strong> – Onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley flakes, and dried dill add incredible flavor without increasing the sodium level. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Cheese <\/strong>– I've used freshly shredded sharp cheddar, which is added to the sauce as well as sprinkled over the assembled casserole.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Tater tots<\/strong> – This is a key ingredient for this chicken tater tot casserole recipe, offering the comfort of potato and a golden crispy texture! Use your favorite brand of frozen tater tots. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Ingredient Swaps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Vegetables<\/strong> – You can use freshly diced carrots, green beans, and corn kernels instead of the frozen veggie mix. Feel free to add some variety to your choice of vegetables by including bell peppers or mushrooms. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Meat – <\/strong>Turkey bacon and shredded turkey can be used instead of regular crumbled bacon and shredded chicken. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Cheese<\/strong> – Try a blend of Colby or Monterey Jack cheese.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Seasonings<\/strong> – Add one 1 oz packet of ranch dressing mix instead of the seasonings listed in the ingredients list. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Cream-based ingredients<\/strong> – For a lighter casserole, use Greek yogurt. For a creamier casserole, add in \u00bc cup of milk. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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        COOKING TIPS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

        If you decide to use fresh veggies in this casserole, lightly saute them in the skillet with the onions and garlic. This will soften them enough to prevent biting into crunchy and uncooked pieces of veg.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        It's always best to use freshly shredded cheese from a block of cheese, as pre-shredded cheese is usually coated in anti-caking agents that prevent it from melting well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        I don't recommend adding salt to this casserole since the sodium level is already high from the cream of chicken soup and cream of mushroom soup. Other herbs and spices are an option, though.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        I love using shredded rotisserie chicken for convenience, but you can cook chicken specifically for this casserole or use leftovers from other meals. Use chicken breasts or thighs with the skin removed and shredded or chopped into bite-sized pieces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        STORAGE AND REHEATING<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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        • Fridge:<\/strong> Cool completely, cover, and refrigerate up to 4\u202fdays<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Reheat:<\/strong> Microwave individual portions or warm the whole pan at 350\u202f\u00b0F<\/strong> for 20\u201125\u202fmin. (Heads\u2011up: tots soften a bit after day one.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Freezer:<\/strong> Assemble, skip the bake, cover tightly, freeze up to 2\u202fmonths. Bake from frozen at 350\u202f\u00b0F<\/strong> 60\u201170\u202fmin, adding foil if the tots brown too quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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