Description
This Chicken Alfredo Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that combines creamy Alfredo sauce, tender shredded chicken, and crispy tater tots, all baked together to golden perfection. It’s an easy-to-make, family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, providing a delicious blend of rich flavors and satisfying textures.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken Mixture
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1 (15 oz) jar Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature while you prepare the ingredients.
- Combine Chicken Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, sour cream, frozen peas, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the chicken mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish to form the base layer of the casserole.
- Add Tater Tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the chicken mixture, covering the entire surface evenly for the perfect crispy topping.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the layer of tater tots for a golden, cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for about 35-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy and the casserole is bubbly around the edges.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly for 5-10 minutes before serving. This helps the layers set and makes it easier to portion.
Notes
- You can substitute frozen peas with other vegetables like corn or mixed vegetables for variation.
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped cooked bacon or sautéed mushrooms to the chicken mixture.
- Make sure to use cooked shredded chicken to avoid undercooked poultry in the casserole.
- If you prefer a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo, Tater Tot Casserole, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Family Recipe, Baked Casserole
