Hey there! Craving something that's quick, satisfying, and bursting with flavor? Look no further! Our Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole is here to save the day (or dinner!). Imagine crispy tater tots, melty cheese, and a hearty chili all baked into one amazing dish. It’s comfort food that’s surprisingly easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Plus, you can load it up with healthy additions – think extra veggies and lean meat – to make it a balanced meal. As a busy mom, this recipe has been a lifeline on hectic weeknights. Trust me, you'll love it!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
This recipe has been a staple in my family for years, passed down from my grandmother. I remember being a kid and coming in from playing in the snow, the aroma of chili and baking potatoes filling the house. It just screamed "comfort" and "home." Now, I make it for my own family and the tradition continues.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
- 1 (15 ounce) can chili with beans
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen tater tots
Optional Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
- Hot sauce
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
- Stir in the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the can of chili with beans and the condensed cream of mushroom soup to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
- Spread the chili mixture evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Top with sour cream, chopped green onions, and hot sauce, if desired.
Chili Cheese Tater Tot Casserole
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.1 pound ground beef
- Stir in the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.1/2 cup chopped onion
- Add the can of chili with beans and the condensed cream of mushroom soup to the skillet. Mix well to combine.15 ounce chili with beans, 10.75 ounce condensed cream of mushroom soup
- Spread the chili mixture evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with the shredded cheddar cheese.1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.32 ounce frozen tater tots
- Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Top with sour cream, chopped green onions, and hot sauce, if desired.sour cream, chopped green onions, hot sauce