Description
Cheddar Ranch Chicken Tater Tot Bake is a delicious and comforting casserole featuring shredded chicken mixed with ranch dressing and seasonings, topped with crispy frozen tater tots and melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make baked dish is finished with fresh green onions for a burst of flavor, perfect for a hearty family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
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.
- Mix Chicken and Seasoning: In a large bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the flavors.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a baking dish to prevent sticking, then spread the chicken and ranch mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Add Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly over the chicken mixture to cover it completely.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the layer of tater tots, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the bake from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions on top for a fresh, flavorful garnish. Serve warm.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For extra crispy tater tots, broil for 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables like bell peppers or corn for added nutrition.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chicken casserole, tater tot bake, cheddar ranch chicken, easy dinner, comfort food
